C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
79/100 · earnings-weighted

Oregon Institute of Technology

4-Year Public
📍 Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601
Oregon Institute of Technology campus, Klamath Falls, OR
Oregon Institute of Technology campus, Klamath Falls, OR. Photo: Bobjgalindo, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
C+
55/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,103
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
$17,274
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Oregon Institute of Technology ▼

12% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$276,474
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,283
1-Year Change
+2.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Oregon Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$72,273
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$68,301
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,500
Median debt at graduation
53.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,150
Average SAT
25
Median ACT
17.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 88th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Oregon Institute of Technology

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians$82,242$112,169+34%#4 of 27#4$25,833
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$76,780$101,534+1%#87 of 258#117$20,500
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$83,906$98,594+39%#25 of 253#23$25,500
Mechanical Engineering$75,750$95,470+4%#80 of 318#105$25,458
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions$73,903$89,839+18%#12 of 93#11$20,875
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians—$88,036+7%#14 of 61#16—
Computer and Information Sciences$58,253$85,900-7%#227 of 459#239$19,485
Engineering—$81,872-13%#17 of 19#16—
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$80,944+38%#19 of 275#21—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$66,691$78,089+15%#14 of 76#6$20,750
Civil Engineering$64,425$76,642-11%#220 of 233#215$19,666
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology$26,591$48,724-4%#40 of 59#36$25,520
Biology$28,606————$19,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Oregon Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $276,474
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,283/mo — vs ~$660/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97601 (3.6% cap, Klamath Falls)

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🏆 Where Oregon Institute of Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Computer Software Technology/Technician
of 4 schools
#5
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
of 70 schools
#5
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
of 8 schools
#12
Applied Psychology
of 30 schools
#24
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
of 100 schools
#26
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $10,492 $33,397
Room $5,940
Board $4,698
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,923 $51,828

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
43%
Take Out Loans
$17,274
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,338
$30,001 - $48,000$13,417
$48,001 - $75,000$14,959
$75,001 - $110,000$18,975
$110,001+$22,085

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 94 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 79 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 58 grads/yr Applied Psychology 43 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 41 grads/yr Computer Software Technology/Technician 40 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other 30 grads/yr Information Technology 27 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 24 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 21 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 21 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 20 grads/yr Energy Systems Engineering, General 18 grads/yr Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 16 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 15 grads/yr Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other 14 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 12 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 12 grads/yr Environmental Science 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Oregon Institute of Technology's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Diagnostic medical sonographers
$89k/yr 90,000 jobs
Architectural and engineering managers
$168k/yr 212,500 jobs
Aerospace engineers
$135k/yr 71,600 jobs
Engineering teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 50,300 jobs
Mechanical engineers
$102k/yr 293,100 jobs
Cost estimators
$77k/yr 221,400 jobs
Dental hygienists
$94k/yr 221,600 jobs

Student Demographics

5,103
Total Students
52%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
12%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 16%
Black 2%
Asian 7%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 71%
Off-Campus (Renters) 12%
With Family 17%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~633 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 71%
Hybrid (Some Online) 17%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oregon Institute of Technology?
Oregon Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Oregon Institute of Technology?
Tuition at Oregon Institute of Technology is $10,492 for in-state students and $33,397 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,274.
What is the graduation rate at Oregon Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at Oregon Institute of Technology is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Oregon Institute of Technology a good school?
Oregon Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Oregon Institute of Technology?
Oregon Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 5,103 students.
Is there rental demand near Oregon Institute of Technology?
Yes! Approximately 12% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 633 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology