OHSU Programs and Schools
You have more than 55 programs to choose from at OHSU, Oregon's only academic health center. Whether you're pursuing a degree, certificate or residency, you’ll train alongside faculty doing research and clinical work that is advancing healthcare in Oregon and beyond.
This page gives an overview of OHSU’s academic programs. Visit individual program pages for detailed information and admissions requirements.
Dentistry
At the OHSU School of Dentistry, you begin seeing patients early in your training, working in a compassionate clinic that serves the Portland community. The school ranks 12th in the nation in NIH dental research funding, giving you access to faculty whose work is shaping the future of oral healthcare.
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- Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.)
- Endodontics (Graduate certificate, M.S.)
- Orthodontics (Graduate certificate, M.S.)
- Periodontics (Graduate certificate, M.S.)
Medicine
At the OHSU School of Medicine, you'll learn from world-renowned faculty and have access to research opportunities you won't find anywhere else in Oregon. It's home to Oregon's only M.D. program and dozens of graduate programs in biomedical sciences, neuroscience, informatics and more. The school also offers programs for health professions in clinical and applied fields and GME residency and fellowship training in a range of specialties.
Scientists at the School of Medicine attracted $420.8 million in research funding during the 2024-25 fiscal year. In 2025, 100% of OHSU medical school graduates matched to residency programs.
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- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.)
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
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- Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience (Ph.D., M.D.-Ph.D.)
- Biomedical Engineering (Ph.D., M.D.-Ph.D.)
- Biomedical Sciences (Ph.D., M.D.-Ph.D.)
- Neuroscience (Ph.D., MD.-Ph.D.)
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Human Investigation (Graduate certificate, M.C.R.)
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- Healthcare Administration (M.S.)
- Healthcare Management (M.B.A.)
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- Bioinformatics and Computational Biomedicine (M.S., Ph.D., M.D.-Ph.D.)
- Health and Clinical Informatics (Graduate certificate, M.S., Ph.D., M.D.-Ph.D.)
Nursing
OHSU's School of Nursing offers programs across five campuses statewide and online. First-time NCLEX pass rates for OHSU nursing graduates run 4% above the national average. OHSU arranges your clinical placements for you at hospitals, community clinics and rural health sites across Oregon, so you can focus on learning.
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- Adult Gerontology Acute Care (D.N.P.)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (D.N.P.)
- Nursing Executive Leadership (D.N.P.)
- Nursing (post-Master's D.N.P.)
- Nursing (Ph.D.)
- Nurse Anesthesia (D.N.P.)
- Nurse Midwifery (D.N.P.)
- Pediatric Primary and Acute Care (D.N.P.)
- Psychiatric Mental Health (D.N.P.)
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- Health Systems and Organizational Leadership (M.N.)
- Nursing Education (M.N.E.)
Pharmacy
Through a partnership with Oregon State University, the OSU-OHSU College of Pharmacy gives you access to the clinical network of a major academic health center alongside OSU's pharmaceutical sciences expertise.
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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
Public health
The OHSU-PSU School of Public Health brings together two universities. This partnership give you the opportunity to study population health, epidemiology, health policy and more in one of the most program-rich public health schools in the Pacific Northwest. You'll learn in Oregon communities, applying what you study to real public health challenges facing the state.
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- Applied Health and Fitness (B.S./B.A.)
- Biostatistics (Graduate certificate)
- Biostatistics (M.P.H.)
- Biostatistics (M.S.)
- Community Health (Ph.D.)
- Environmental Systems and Human Health (M.P.H.)
- Health Management and Policy (M.P.H.)
- Health Promotion (M.P.H.)
- Health Systems and Policy (Ph.D.)
- Public Health (Graduate certificate)
- Public Health Studies (B.S./B.A.)
- Public Health Practice (M.P.H.)
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- Epidemiology (M.P.H.)
- Epidemiology (Ph.D.)
- Epidemiology and Medicine (M.D.-M.P.H.)
Health professions
Healthcare takes a full team. OHSU's health professions programs give you specialized training in a clinical environment alongside students from across the health sciences. Find your path to become a dietitian, physician associate, paramedic or more.
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- Dietetic Internship (Graduate certificate)
- Food Systems and Society (M.S.)
- Human Nutrition (M.S.)
- M.S. with a Dietetic Internship (M.S. plus DI)
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Medical Physics (M.S., Ph.D.)
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Physician Associate (M.P.A.S.)
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Radiation Therapy (B.S.)
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- Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
- Emergency Medical Services Management (B.S.)
- Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)
- Paramedic (A.A.S.)
Frequently asked questions
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What programs does OHSU offer?
OHSU offers more than 55 programs across five schools, spanning medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, public health and health professions. These include undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, doctoral programs, certificates and GME residency and fellowship training.
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Does OHSU have undergraduate programs?
Yes. OHSU offers select undergraduate programs. Most programs are at the graduate level, but you can earn a bachelor’s or associate degree in:
- Nursing (B.S.)
- Applied Health and Fitness (B.S./B.A.)
- Public Health Studies (B.S./B.A.)
- Radiation Therapy (B.S.)
- Emergency Medical Services Management (B.S.)
- Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)
- Paramedics (A.A.S.)
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Does OHSU offer certificate programs?
Yes. OHSU offers graduate certificates in several fields:
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Does OHSU offer online programs?
Yes. OHSU offers fully online programs as well as programs that combine online coursework with in-person requirements such as practicums or clinical hours. Flexibility varies by program. Visit each program's page for details.
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Does OHSU offer residency and fellowship programs?
Yes. OHSU's graduate medical education programs offer residency and fellowship training across a wide range of specialties.
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Where are OHSU programs offered?
Most OHSU programs are based at the main campus in Portland. The School of Nursing also offers programs at campuses in Ashland, Bend, Klamath Falls, La Grande and Monmouth. Several programs across OHSU's schools are available online or in a hybrid format. Students in many programs also train at clinical sites throughout Oregon, including rural communities. Visit each program's page for location details.
Scholarships available
OHSU offers a variety of scholarships that can help you fund your education.
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