Congratulations on your acceptance to Oregon State! We want to take a minute to introduce ourselves and give you the information you need to become part of Beaver Nation. In addition to this email, please take the time to read our New Graduate Student webpage.
What is the Graduate School?
The Graduate School plays a vital role in your academic career. We act as an umbrella organization overseeing graduate programs at Oregon State. We track your degree progress and ensure you meet all degree requirements before graduating.
In addition to our administrative functions, our student success team hosts events and professional development opportunities including Grad Welcome Week and orientation; leadership opportunities like our student advisory committee and ambassador program; Grad Appreciation Week and more. Check out what we have to offer.
If you ever need help during your graduate career, please reach out to our office by calling us at 1-541-737-4881, or emailing graduate.school@oregonstate.edu.
Registering for classes
Registration for classes is open. Talk to your program about which classes to take and when to register. Some programs work with you to sign up for classes closer to the start of the term. Registration stays open even after the term starts in case you are waiting for official transcripts. You'll need an ONID account to register. Visit the Registrar's website to learn how to register.
Graduate School orientation
The Graduate School hosts an orientation for all students a week before school starts. We livestream many of the sessions. When you receive your email invitation, please select the webinar option. We post recordings from orientation on our video page to watch at your convenience.
Required paperwork
Immunizations
Oregon State has immunization requirements for domestic and international students. Please review the immunizations you are required to have.
Domestic students are not required to have health insurance to attend OSU-Cascades. However, our university encourages students to have health insurance so that students can live their healthiest lives. Oregon State offers a health insurance policy through PacificSource for students and their family members.
International students must purchase Oregon State's health insurance policy, or must show proof of similar coverage. Oregon State automatically enrolls international students in health insurance bills their student account. Find out more about international student health insurance.
Active duty service members and veterans should connect with Military and Veteran Resources to learn about any benefits.
International student arrival paperwork
International students have special arrival paperwork to complete. Be sure to check with the Office of International Services (OIS) for international student arrival information.
Get all this information and more from our new student guide and admitted student checklist.
