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Corvallis, Oregon | Oregon State University 2017-18
Oregon State University 2017-18 | Corvallis, Oregon
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Corvallis, Oregon Corvallis has a population of 56,000 and is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live in America. With its diverse population and landscape, Corvallis is ranked as one of the safest, greenest and best college towns in the US. The State Oregon offers you all of the variety of the Pacific Northwest region. Whether you love walking on the beach or skiing in the mountains, the Cascade Mountain Range and Pacific coast offer scenic and recreational activities like nowhere else in the US. Industry and Opportunity Living in Corvallis will give you many opportunities for jobs and internships. Seattle, Portland and its region have become a hub for new technologies such as cloud computing and innovative financial services technologies. Many companies are now investing in the region and are looking to hire Oregon State University students, including: Hewlett-Packard, Nike and Boeing.
Corvallis, Oregon
The Town Downtown Corvallis is only a few blocks away from campus. It is a charming small town and an easy place to navigate. Almost all the roads have bicycle lanes. Don't have a bike? There's a free bus line that can take you anywhere in Corvallis. Many festivals and events are organized throughout the year, bringing students and the entire community together. Some of the most popular events in town are the Wednesday and Saturday outdoor markets. You'll enjoy walking along the river while tasting and buying local, fresh and organic products.
Things to Do and Places to Visit • Go tax-free shopping in Portland or at the Woodburn outlet mall • Enjoy locally made wine tasting in the 650 wineries in Oregon • Tour one of the almost 200 breweries in Oregon • Visit Crater Lake National Park, the deepest lake on the American continent • Hike to over 200 waterfalls in Oregon • Ski on Mount Hood or anywhere on the Cascade Range • Taste fresh and local produce at the Corvallis Farmer's Market • Play competitive soccer in the Corvallis Sports Park
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#2 Most Educated City in America (SmartAsset 2014)
97% of streets in Corvallis have bike lanes
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Most Innovative City in the US (Nerd Wallet 2015)