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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Portland, OR

University of Portland

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OR. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$54,900

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

95.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

79.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$82,804

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Portland is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Portland, OR. With a competitive tuition profile of $54,900, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 79.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing620 – 693
20025th–75th percentile800
Math570 – 663
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite25 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

95.4%

Transfer-Out Rate15.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$219,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$52,804

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$308,440

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$836,480

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 University of Portland is $21,370.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.8%
37.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
41.8%
Asian
21.3%
Hispanic
18.4%
Two or more
9.7%
International
3.3%
Black
2.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.4%
Unknown
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$54,900

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$24,994
$30k - $48k$28,283
$48k - $75k$32,078
$75k+$40,001

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,370
Pell Grant Recipients18.6%
Using Federal Loans40.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment86.6%

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

83.0%

Success

79.7%

In-State Cost

$54,900

Age 25+ Students

1.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

925 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Portland (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Portland (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Portland

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

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.