Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) is a public university based in Klamath Falls and the Portland metropolitan area, with a presence throughout the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 1947 as an institution to train and re-educate World War II veterans, Oregon Tech has grown immensely in size, scope, and service. Today, we're accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and our student population is near 5,000. Oregon Tech offers a rigorous, experiential education through nearly 50 bachelor's and master's degree programs, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy.