Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Heath and Science University, also known as OHSU, is located in Portland, Oregon, United States. It was established in the year 1887 as the University of Oregon Medical School. The university also has a smaller campus in Hillsboro. OHSU offers degrees in areas such as orthodontics, diagnostic radiology, and dermatology through the following schools:

• School of Dentistry
• School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• School of Pharmacy
• School of Science and Engineering

There are many student clubs and organizations available on the main campus. Some of them are the Club Pedo, Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA), American Medical Students Association, Delta Sigma Delta, and Global Health Alliance.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in medicine, science, and nursing and emergency medicine.
• High faculty salary.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Large number of programs of study offered.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 2,455 in 2007-2008 (2,210 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 23% of enrolled students and graduate students are 77%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Oregon Health & Science University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.