Oregon Institute of Technology

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Klamath Falls, OR
  • 0 reviews
#3 Best Public Universities in Oregon

Overview

Total enrollment

5,299
Oregon Institute of Technology overview
Oregon Institute of Technology overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Oregon Institute of Technology's main campus is situated in Klamath Falls, Oregon, approximately 280 miles southeast of Portland, with a secondary location in the Portland-Metro area. The technical institution, established in 1947 to educate returning World War II veterans, operates from a 305-acre campus featuring modern laboratory facilities and views of Upper Klamath Lake. The university specializes in engineering, healthcare, technology, and applied sciences, with particularly strong programs in renewable energy engineering, medical imaging, and dental hygiene. OIT maintains a hands-on learning approach with industry-standard equipment and requires students to complete real-world projects before graduation. The campus provides traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing options for students, while competing in NAIA athletics as the Hustlin' Owls.

Ratings

OIT is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    5 out of 10
  • Academics
    5 out of 10
  • Resources
    5 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    5 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Average
Oregon Institute of Technology admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1000/1270
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 18/27
  • GPA 3.51

Acceptance Rate

95%
Oregon Institute of Technology applications overview
  • Applications Due Sep 4, 2026
  • Enrollment Rate 10.9%
  • Application Fee $50

Applicant Competition Very Low

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Annual Cost to Attend

Oregon Resident Tuition

$13,260

Out of State Resident Tuition

$37,196

Breakdown

In State Costs for Oregon Institute of Technology
  • Tuition $13,260
  • Books and Supplies $1,200
  • Other Fees $2,296
  • Room and Board $12,315
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,560
  • Total One Year Cost $32,631

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$55,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

42% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Oregon Institute of Technology are Health Professions, Engineering Technology, and Engineering. 47% of students major in Health Professions, 21% in Engineering Technology, and 12% in Engineering.

  • Health Professions 47%
  • Engineering Technology 21%
  • Engineering 12%
  • Psychology 6%
  • Business 4%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209506.

GPA calculator: Oregon Institute of Technology GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026