Science and Natural Resources
Investigate Everything
Following your curiosity about the natural word can be the first step toward addressing the big challenges that face us all.
Dare to ask the hard questions.
Test assumptions.
Unravel the inner workings and interrelationships of all living things. Then fit the pieces together to forge solutions. Are you ready to get to the edge of what's known? We'll show you how to keep going.
Discover, test, and solve through research.
Curriculum
Your First Year
Internships
Your dream career can start at Oregon State.

With nationally recognized science and natural resources programs, Oregon State University can prepare you to take better care of the world we depend on. You’ll work on projects that have real impacts on food safety, environmental protection, alternative energy sources, sustainable ecosystems and other topics. You'll also learn how to relate scientific research to important public policy issues, moving from discover to action.
Get ready for what's next.

Oregon State offers a resource-rich environment that encourages you to combine your studies with opportunities like the Honors College and study abroad programs. You’ll find challenging, unique experiences that support your academic, professional and personal growth — and have fun, too.
Multiple scholarships are available. Be sure to apply.

Get some help paying for college with a variety of university-wide and departmental scholarships. Most scholarships are awarded based on information in the Oregon State application, but others require separate applications, such as our OSU ScholarDollars portal.
The deadline to apply for university scholarships is Feb. 1. Be sure to check with your college and department on the deadlines for other scholarships.