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General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003216
- Phone: (971) 722-6111
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
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84%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
21:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,719Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Portland State University
12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR
Portland State University (PSU) is an urban public research university located in Portland, Oregon. PSU, or "Portland State," offers 99 bachelors degree programs, 89 master's degree programs, and 38 doctoral degree programs. Extended learning, distance learning and lifelong learning programs are also offered.
The 2012 edition of The Princeton Review's "Best Colleges" issue noted that Portland State offers one of the best undergraduate educations in the nation. Many of Portland State's graduate degree programs also earn high marks in college reviews, with the most noteworthy programs being Environmental Policy and Management, City Management and Urban Policy, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, and Public Affairs.
History
Portland State University was founded in 1946, just after the end of World War 11. The many war veterans returning to the area with the GI Bill at their disposal led to a high demand for higher education in Portland. The founding institution in Portland was called "Vanport Extension Center." It changed its name to "Portland State University" and moved to the South Park Blocks campus in the early 1950s. The first bachelor's degrees were awarded in 1956. The first master's degrees were awarded in 1964, and the first doctoral degrees were awarded in 1972.
Academics
The academic calendar for Portland State University follows the quarter format, with fall, winter, spring and summer terms.
Colleges and Schools
- School of Business Administration
- Graduate School of Education
- Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Extended Studies
- School of Fine and Performing Arts
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- School of Social Work
- College of Urban and Public Affairs
Student Life
Many student services are available at Portland State, including a Career Center, Child Development services, Campus Recreation, Health & Counseling, Legal Services, an Ombudsman Office, Student Affairs, a Native American Student and Community Center, and more.
Both on-campus and off-campus housing is available at Portland State, and students can contact the Housing Office for information. Many dining options are available on and around campus.
There are many student groups and organizations available as opportunities for involvement on campus, and students may also organize their own group. Additionally, many community groups wish to collaborate with student organizations through the Student Activities and Leadership office, and these collaborations offer more opportunities for service and leadership.
Traditions
Portland State's official mascot is the Viking, nicknamed "Victor E. Viking."
The school colors are green and white.
The Portland State motto is "Let knowledge serve the city."
Athletics
The Portland State "Vikings" compete in 15 intercollegiate sports in the Big Sky conference, including:
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Community Life
Portland is a cosmopolitan city, surrounded by all the beauty of nature - mountains, rivers, oceans and woods. The perfect setting of city near mountains and water is a big draw for both students and visitors to Portland.
Students of Portland State who choose to live off campus can easily commute to school via carpool, streetcar, bus or bicycle.
Get more details here: http://pdx.edu/profile/snapshot-portland-state
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Portland State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Portland State University is around 26,000 students. The student body is made up of 79% undergraduate students and 7% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $6,500-$7,800
- Out-of-State: $22,000-$25,830
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $180-$220 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $600-$720 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 84% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 75% | $7,760 |
Receiving Student Loans | 45% | $6,142 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Portland State University may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Health Services Administration Program
- Music Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Portland State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Big Sky Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Sky Conference)
- Football (Big Sky Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Portland State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, C, M)
- Urban Planning (M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, C)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B, C, M)
- Human Resources (B)
- Sales Manager (C)
- Real Estate (C, M)
- International Business (C, M)
- Project Management (C)
- Information Systems
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
Education
- Education (C, M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- Special Education (D, M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (D, M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Higher Education Administration (C, D)
- ESL (C, M)
- Middle School Teacher
- Physical Education
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (M)
- Systems Engineering (C)
- Software Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Management (C, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Public Health (B, C, D, M)
- Healthcare Administration (B, M)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (C)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (C, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, M)
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Hydrology and Water Resources Science (C)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, D, M)
- Public Administration (C, M)
- Community Organization and Advocacy (B)
- Public Policy (D, M)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, C, M)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
- Political Science (B, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- International Relations (B)
- Geography (B, M)
- Economics (B)
- Anthropology (B, M)
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Urban Studies (B, D, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Graphic Design (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Art History (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music Theory and Composition (B)
- Voice and Opera (B)
- Music (B, M)
- Sculpture
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Portland State University.
- Western Oregon University in Salem, OR (53 miles away)
- University of Oregon in Corvallis, OR (99 miles away)
- The Evergreen State College in Everett, WA (107 miles away)
- University of Washington - Tacoma Campus in Bothell, WA (120 miles away)
- Central Washington University in Moses Lake, WA (145 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003216
- Phone: (971) 722-6111
- School Homepage