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The Oregon Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Oregon Tech or OIT, is a public institute situated in Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States. It was established in 1947 as the Oregon Vocational School. After a few name and status changes, it was finally renamed Oregon Institute of Technology in 1973. Oregon Tech is part of the Oregon University System. In addition to the main campus, the college also operates a satellite campus in Portland, Oregon, and a branch location in Seattle, Washington. OIT offers several undergraduate and graduate degrees in technical and health related areas.
Oregon Tech is a member of the NAIA and competes in the Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC). Their sports teams are nicknamed the Owl, and they participate in several sports including cross-country running, track and field, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball.
Klamath Falls, OR is home to Oregon Institute Of Technology. Klamath Falls is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Oregon Institute Of Technology go up to the Master's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in engineering technician.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 580.
Oregon Institute Of Technology has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 3,303 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at Oregon Institute Of Technology attend part-time. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Cascade Collegiate Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Oregon Institute Of Technology
3201 Campus Drive
Klamath Falls, OR 97601-8801
General Phone: (541) 885-1000
http://www.oit.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 239 | dental hygienist, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiographer, respiratory care tech, clinical lab tech, nuclear medical tech |
| Engineering Technician | 114 | software tech, mechanical engineering tech, manufacturing tech, electronics tech, computer engineering tech, surveying tech |
| Therapy And Counseling | 42 | psychology |
| Business And Management | 34 | entrepreneurship, marketing, operations management, MIS, accounting |
| Engineering | 26 | civil engineering, mechanical engineering |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 21 | EMT paramedic |
| Media | 13 | communication studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 10 | information technology |
| Liberal Arts | 10 | liberal arts and humanities, peace and conflict resolution |
| Science | 6 | biology |
| Medicine | 3 | medical preparatory |
| Office And Administration | 2 | administrative assistant |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Oregon Institute Of Technology in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 434 | 25 |
| Associate's degree | 81 | 8 |
| Master's degree | 4 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Oregon Institute Of Technology had a total enrollment of 3,303 students (2,348 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 89% |
| Washington | 5% |
| California | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 26 % |
Oregon Institute Of Technology offers campus housing for 450 of its 2,348 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Klamath Falls, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 630 | 581 | 92% | 288 | 50% |
| Men | 341 | 312 | 92% | 154 | 49% |
| Women | 289 | 269 | 93% | 134 | 50% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 580 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,297 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,692 |
| Room and board | $ 7,598 |
| Room charge | $ 4,148 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,450 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,400 |
Financial Aid:
Oregon Institute Of Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 321100)
Oregon Institute Of Technology has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 52 | 27 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 23 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $72,211 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $80,160 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $75,621 | 5 | $61,354 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 25 | $69,936 | 11 | $66,595 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $57,647 | 16 | $56,519 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $48,187 | 14 | $45,568 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $39,474 | 6 | $40,640 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 68 | $58,859 | 47 | $53,588 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 51 | 87 |
| Basketball | 16 | 11 | 27 |
| Track | 8 | 11 | 19 |
| Baseball | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 29 | 29 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Software Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Oregon Institute Of Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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