Oregon’s Polytechnic University

“I chose OIT because the school is ranked highly for the Dental Hygiene program and the faculty prepares their students to be successful. ”

“I heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but I didn’t understand it until college. Among students, comparing grades and test scores is normal. While I recognize the reassurance it might bring, I’ve also realized it’s an incomplete picture of someone’s effort or potential. Everyone’s journey is shaped uniquely—some grades come from stable environments, others from sleepless nights. Regardless, we all aim for growth, and the journey and the mistakes we make along the way are the best experiences one can get in life.”

“I have always loved taking things apart and learning how they work. Mechanical engineering seems like an obvious choice because I can do what I love as a career. When I visited OIT, I felt at home and noticed that the teachers seemed to know their students personally. I was also impressed with the quality of the labs.”