Corvallis, Oregon

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Corvallis, Oregon

Corvallis is in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Home to Oregon State University, it is the quintessential college town. The wide streets, sheltered by ancient trees, red brick or white masonry buildings and its location along the Willamette River make Corvallis a handsome city. This central location makes Corvallis an ideal place to stay as you explore other areas such as the Coast Range, nearby towns and wildlife areas.

Running and biking are favorite pastimes in Corvallis. Bike lanes are included on most streets, and there are routes along the Willamette and Mary's rivers. Trails for hiking or biking are available.

Corvallis is also close to the Siuslaw National Forest, a 630,000 acre forest that includes the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. There are campgrounds, hiking, picnic areas, fishing, hunting, and many more activities available in the national forest.

Oregon State University is located in Benton County and has an enrollment of about 14,000. Student housing is available for 2635.OSU serves the people of Oregon, the nation, and the world through education, research, and service. Over 120 years ago, it became the first state-assisted institution of higher education in Oregon.

A varied curriculum is offered in fields such as: Agricultural Sciences; Forestry; Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences and Veterinary Medicine. Students have a choice of baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs.

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