Oregon State University

Oregon State University, established in 1868 and located in Corvallis, stands as a premier public research institution recognized for its comprehensive contributions to education and research in Oregon and beyond. As the state’s Land Grant university, it holds the esteemed designations of Sea Grant, Space Grant, and Sun Grant, reinforcing its status as an industry leader. With an impressive $308.9 million in external funding for the 2015 fiscal year, Oregon State effectively utilizes its resources across 11 colleges, 15 Agricultural Experiment Stations, 35 county Extension offices, and facilities such as the Hatfield Marine Science Center and OSU-Cascades, demonstrating its extensive statewide influence and establishing a significant economic footprint of $2.232 billion that benefits all 36 counties in Oregon.