B.S. in BioHealth Sciences

Undergraduate Programs Entry requirements:

• Academic Qualifications: International students applying for undergraduate programs at OSU must have completed their secondary education or its equivalent with a minimum grade average of 83-86% or above.
   
• English Language Proficiency:  
  • IELTS: A minimum overall band score of 6.5.
  • TOEFL: A minimum score of 70 on the internet-based test (iBT).
  • PTE: A PTE score of 48.
  • DET (Duolingo English Test): A minimum score of 100.
     
• SAT or ACT: SAT - 500 Verbal (or 560 evidence-based Reading/Writing) or ACT - 21 English/Reading is required.

Oregon State University (OSU) offers several scholarships and financial aid opportunities to support international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and alleviate the financial burden of studying abroad. 

1. International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarship: The ICSP scholarship is a competitive scholarship awarded to outstanding international students who demonstrate leadership skills and a commitment to promoting cultural exchange. Recipients receive a tuition waiver of up to 15 credits per term and a monthly stipend.

2. Provost's Scholarship for Excellence: This scholarship is available to incoming undergraduate international students who have exceptional academic records and demonstrate leadership potential. The scholarship covers a portion of non-resident tuition fees and is renewable for up to four years.

3. International Achievement Scholarship: The International Achievement Scholarship is open to incoming undergraduate international students with a strong academic background. The scholarship provides partial tuition waivers ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 per year.

4. INTO OSU Scholarships: INTO OSU, the university's international pathway program, offers a range of scholarships to support international students transitioning to OSU. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can provide substantial tuition reductions.

5. College-Specific Scholarships: Various colleges and departments within Oregon State University offer scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, field of study, or other criteria. Students are encouraged to explore the scholarship opportunities available within their respective colleges.

6. Global Diversity Scholarship: The Global Diversity Scholarship aims to increase access to education for underrepresented international students. The scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students and provides a partial tuition waiver.

7. Graduate Assistantships: OSU offers graduate assistantships to qualified international students pursuing a master's or doctoral degree. These assistantships provide financial support in the form of a stipend and often include a tuition waiver.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and award amounts may vary from year to year. 

The Bachelor of Science in BioHealth Sciences program at Oregon State University equips students with a diverse skill set and knowledge base, opening up various career opportunities in healthcare, research, academia, and public health. Graduates of the B.S. in BioHealth Sciences program at Oregon State University are well-prepared to pursue diverse and rewarding careers in the rapidly evolving field of healthcare, research, and public health, making meaningful contributions to improving individual and population health outcomes.

1. Healthcare Professional: Graduates may pursue careers as healthcare professionals, including medical assistants, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, or physical therapists. With additional education and training, they can also become physicians, dentists, pharmacists, or other allied healthcare professionals.

2. Research Scientist: Graduates can work as research scientists in academic institutions, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, or biotechnology firms. They may conduct biomedical research, clinical trials, or epidemiological studies to advance scientific knowledge and develop new treatments or interventions for diseases.

3. Public Health Specialist: Graduates can pursue careers in public health organizations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations focused on promoting health and preventing disease in communities. They may work in areas such as health education, health policy, epidemiology, environmental health, or global health.

4. Healthcare Administrator: Graduates may work in healthcare administration roles, managing healthcare facilities, clinics, or public health programs. They may be responsible for overseeing budgets, staffing, patient care quality, and regulatory compliance to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

5. Biomedical Scientist: Graduates can pursue careers as biomedical scientists, conducting research in academic or industry settings to investigate the underlying mechanisms of diseases, develop new diagnostic tools or therapies, or improve healthcare technologies.

6. Health Educator: Graduates may work as health educators, designing and implementing health education programs and interventions to promote healthy behaviors, prevent diseases, and improve health outcomes in communities, schools, or workplace settings.

7. Clinical Research Coordinator: Graduates can work as clinical research coordinators, managing clinical trials and research studies in healthcare settings or research institutions. They may be responsible for recruiting participants, collecting data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating study activities.

8. Medical Writer or Communicator: Graduates with strong writing and communication skills may pursue careers as medical writers, science journalists, or healthcare communicators. They may write articles, reports, or educational materials on health-related topics for various audiences, including patients, healthcare professionals, or the general public.

9. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can work as healthcare consultants, advising healthcare organizations, government agencies, or businesses on healthcare policy, quality improvement, healthcare technology implementation, or healthcare management strategies.

10. Graduate or Professional School: The B.S. in BioHealth Sciences program provides a strong foundation for further education in graduate or professional schools, such as medical school, dental school, public health programs, or other health-related fields.