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Our admissions coordinator is more than happy to help you explore how the OHSU Department of Science & Engineering can be a great fit for you. Getting the process started has never been easier, now that you can apply online or even just sign up for classes without going through the admissions process. So come on in. You are encouraged to ask questions, meet with our faculty and especially to come visit.

All the information you need to apply to DSE's graduate programs can be found here. After browsing this site please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We wish you the best of luck in your pursuit of a graduate degree at the OHSU Department of Science & Engineering.


Contact us

OHSU Department of Science & Engineering
Office of Graduate Studies
20000 NW Walker Road
Beaverton OR 97006-8921 U.S.A
Tel: 503 748-1137
Fax: 503 748-7056
E-mail: somgrad@ohsu.edu

Application Procedures

For degree programs, the following items must be submitted:

  • Completed OHSU Department of Science & Engineering application form. The application is valid for one year from date of submission. A separate application is required for each program.
  • $65 nonrefundable application fee per application. The application fee must be paid online at the time the application is submitted using a Mastercard or VISA.
  • Official transcripts from each college or university attended. The transcripts must arrive in a sealed envelope and should be mailed directly to Graduate Education. Transcripts must be in English or accompanied by a certified English translation.
  • Three letters of recommendation -- each accompanied by the recommendation letter form and signed by the author. Letter writers should mail their letters directly to Graduate Education, or give them to the applicant in sealed envelopes and signed on the back flap.
  • Official GRE scores (if applicable, see division-specific application requirements) sent to us directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS). IMPORTANT NOTE: The institutional code for DSE (formerly OGI) is 4592. DSE does not have minimum GRE score requirements. The GRE is one component of the application. Admissions Committees look at all elements of the application -- statement of purpose, letters of recommendations, transcripts, GPA, research, TOEFL and GRE scores, etc. -- to form an opinion of whether the applicant would be a successful graduate student here, or not.
  • Official TOEFL scores (if applicable), sent to us directly from the Educational Testing Service.

For certificate programs, the following items must be submitted:

  • Completed the Certificate Program application form.
  • $25 nonrefundable application fee, which is valid for one year and cannot be waived or deferred. Once you have received e-mail confirmation that the Graduate Education office has your Certificate Program application form, the application fee can be paid with a credit card by calling 503 494-8243.

Completed applications, transcripts and other application materials should be sent to:

OHSU Department of Science & Engineering
Office of Graduate Studies
20000 NW Walker Road
Beaverton OR 97006-8921 U.S.A
Tel: 503 748-1137
Fax: 503 748-7056
E-mail: somgrad@ohsu.edu

Due dates: For most programs, applications are considered on a year-round basis, although the majority of admissions are made for fall term. Individual programs may have specific application deadlines for consideration in the first-round of application reviews.

Recommended dates for MS application submission:
For Fall Quarter: apply by mid July; international students apply by early May
For Winter Quarter: apply by mid October; international students apply by early September
For Spring Quarter: apply by mid-January; international students apply by mid-December
For Summer Quarter: apply by early April; international students apply by early March

Start date: The academic year formally begins in September and students are encouraged to start the academic program at that time. However, mid-year admissions may be offered. Generally, Ph.D. students are admitted for fall quarter and as full-time students.

Any qualified* student may take courses at DSE, in a part-time capacity, without enrolling in a degree program. If you are interested in earning your degree at DSE, we accept student applications for admissions to our degree programs all year round.

*It is the policy of DSE that no otherwise qualified student with a disability shall be denied access to or participation in any program, service, or activity offered by the university. If you are a student with a documented disability or you think you might experience a disability and would like more information about access services at OHSU, contact the Director of the Office for Student Access at 503 494-0082.