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Pacific Northwest College of Art
Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OR. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.
Annual Tuition
$47,126
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
68.5%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
43.1%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$34,883
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Pacific Northwest College of Art is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Portland, OR. With a competitive tuition profile of $47,126, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$188,504
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
38.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$4,883
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$139,674
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$90,844
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 43%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Pacific Northwest College of Art is $25,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$47,126
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
62.9%
Success
43.1%
In-State Cost
$47,126
Age 25+ Students
14.1%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie -2
Working at 6yr
147 students
Living In Portland
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,650
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,776
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$2,024
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Portland metropolitan area.