Oregon State University
Precollege Programs
Welcome to Precollege Programs!
The Office of Precollege Programs supports and oversees a wide range of youth outreach activities designed to increase college access and academic preparation for Oregon’s youth. Academic programs and youth camps provide pathways to higher education and offer opportunities to enhance college readiness and career awareness.
La Oficina de Programas Preuniversitarios apoya y supervisa una amplia gama de actividades de divulgación para jóvenes diseñadas para aumentar el acceso a la universidad y la preparación académica de los jóvenes de Oregón. Los programas académicos y los campamentos juveniles proporcionan rutas hacia la educación superior y ofrecen oportunidades para mejorar la preparación universitaria y el conocimiento sobre las carreras.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide engaging learning experiences rooted in equity and inclusion that promote youth success.
Our Vision
We are creating a world where all youth envision their potential, have a sense of belonging, thrive and succeed.
We are thrilled to announce that SMILE has been honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Mentoring (PAESMEM)! This prestigious award is the highest recognition K-12 math and science organizations can receive from the U.S. government. SMILE is incredibly proud of this achievement, which reflects the university’s long-standing commitment to supporting rural, underserved communities across Oregon.
Our youth-serving programs reach across Oregon
- STEM Academy
- SMILE
- iINVENT
- Discovering the Scientist Within
- Beaver Hangouts
- Campus Field Trips
- Family Science & Engineering Nights
- DIVE Program
- Explore and More