Oregon State University is a public land-grant, research university in Corvallis, Oregon. The Ohio State University, commonly called Ohio State or OSU, is a public land-grant research university in Columbus, Ohio.

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	Oregon State University	Ohio State University
Collegedunia Score	4.7 Out of 10	6.1 Out of 10
ranking (overall)	# 624 QS World University 2026 # 291 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 641 QS World University 2025	# 190 QS World University 2026 # 55 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 116 Times Higher Education 2025
Subject Strength	# 74 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 300 for Medicine by QS World University 2024	# 27 for Engineering by US News 2025 # 84 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 28 for Law by US News 2025
Programs	UG Programs -92 PG Programs -53 Doctorate Programs -1	UG Programs -146 PG Programs -75 Doctorate Programs -100
Acceptance Rate	78.8 %	57.2 %
Exam Score	Duolingo-110 IELTS-6.5 SAT-1070 TOEFL-80	Duolingo-120 IELTS-7 SAT-1260 TOEFL-79
Cost to Study	Average Tuition Fees 33063 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 34380 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 16386 Per Year	Average Tuition Fees 36430 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 40507 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 14738 Per Year
placement (average package)	Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows Masters in Science: $92,000 Bachelor of Science: $79,000 Bachelor of Arts: $44,000	Average Salaries are listed below: MBA : $114,000 Doctorate : $108,000 Masters in Science : $99,000 Bachelor of Science : $89,000 Bachelor of Arts : $75,000 Master (Other) : $57,000
application requirements	Submit academic records of all previous education Submit English language requirements Check program specific requirements	Academic transcripts; Academic recommendation; Standardized test scores; 2-3 LORs; Resume; SOPs/ Essays; Proof of English language proficiency; Additional Requirements (video interview, work experience, research papers, etc.).
Campuses and B-Schools	College of Business, Oregon State University	Fisher College of Business
CollegeDunia Reviews	7.2/10 Read 5 reviews	8.5/10 Read 6 reviews

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General Facts	Oregon State University	Ohio State University
Type of University	University	University
Established	1856	1922
Student:Faculty Ratio	16:1	13:1
Male:Female	54% Male, 46% Female	51% Male, 49% Female
Location Facts	The 420-acre main campus is the centerpiece of Corvallis, Oregon. It is 83 miles south of Portland, near the middle of the state's Willamette Valley. The second campus is located at bend.	main campus in Columbus & regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, & Wooster; 1,764-acre main campus, about 2.5 miles north of the city's downtown
Library	Oregon State Ecampus blends 21st century innovation with 150+ years of institutional excellence to give people everywhere access to a life-changing education online.The OSU Libraries catalog includes materials in the Valley Library in Corvallis, the Guin Library in Newport, the Cascades collection in Bend, as well as Central Oregon Community College's Library. One of three libraries for Oregon State, The Valley Library stores more than 1.4 million volumes, 14,000 serials, and more than 500,000 maps and government documents.	18th largest university research library in North America; 21 libraries on Columbus campus, 8 branches at off-campus research facilities & regional campuses, 1 book storage depository near campus; 5.8 million volumes in total.
Campus Life	OSU has over 400 active student organizations and groups. The campus is only a few hours' driving distance from any number of outdoor recreation opportunities. Several federal and state natural forests and parks are popular student destinations. These include the Cascade Range, a rugged coastline, several large forests, the high desert and numerous rivers and lakes. Portland, Oregon's largest city, is 85 mi (137 km) north of campus. Body, mind or spirit, you’ll find resources throughout campus to support health and well-being. Seek guidance or just find someone to talk to. Counselors, nutritionists, wellness coaches, medical staff and others are ready to help. The Academic Success Center provides services including tutoring, study centers, the writing center and academic coaching. Academic coaching is designed to enhance student well-being, improve academic performance, and improve study strategies. The Career Development Center is expanding its Beyond OSU program, the university-wide approach to ensure that all Oregon State students graduate equipped for the future.	90-acre recreational space; 6 Rec Sports facilities; 8 health & student wellness centers; 1000+ student organizations; 3 Arts and Culture centers; 30+ food outlets across different campuses; Ohio Union (One of area's most comprehensive event centers); The Lantern (official daily student published newspaper, one of the largest campus newspaper in USA).
Hostel	#Housing & Food - $16386	#Food and housing - $14738
Famous Alumni	Gary Payton, former professional basketball player Linus Pauling, former chemist, biochemist etc Terry baker, American footballer and basketball player Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia	570,000 living alumni; Larry Sanger (one of the founders of Wikipedia); Steve May (chief technology officer at Pixar); James S. Albus (Roboticist); Jesse Owens (American athlete); R. L. Stine (American novelist); Roy Lichtenstein (American artist); Patricia Heaton (American actress); Woody Hayes (American football player); James Thurber (American cartoonist); Ross Butler (American actor).
City Life	Corvallis is consistently ranked among the top 10 college towns in the nation and is known for innovation, education, entertainment, sustainability, and overall livability. Corvallis embodies the spirit of the Northwest, with beautiful landscapes, friendly citizens, and an outstanding quality of life. The city is about 50 miles northwest of Eugene, 90 miles south of Portland, and has a population of about 58,000. Small, local businesses surround the Oregon State campus, and major national retail stores are only a short drive away. Forbes called Corvallis the fifth smartest city in 2008, and it's no wonder with Oregon State University having been here for more than 150 years. It also ranked the 17th best small place for business and careers. Not only does Corvallis have a bustling downtown, but it is also in the heart of the Willamette Valley. In late January, you can visit the Oregon Truffle Festival in Eugene. There are also dozens of wineries to visit within a short drive during summer and fall. If you prefer the water, an hour drive to the west will take you to the spectacular Oregon coast.	Columbus- the capital & largest city in Ohio; distinctive neighborhoods, dynamic nightlife & music, creative arts scene, original culinary experiences, wide array of festivals; famous attractions: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Museum of Art, Center of Science and Industry (COSI), Huntington Park, Topiary Park; Unemployment Rate: 3.5% (Dec 2019)
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