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Portland State University

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$16,273Avg. Net Price
49%Grad Rate
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Thrifting100%
Binge Watching75%
Fashion75%
Around Campus63%
Night Owl63%
Art50%
Introvert50%
Neat Freak50%
Travel50%
Fine with Drinking38%

Popular Majors

What PDX students on MeetYourClass are studying

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Architecture

25%

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Advertising

13%

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Art

13%

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Biology

13%

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Education

13%

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Portland State University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is PDX's enrollment deposit?

Portland State University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Portland State University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

7.70%

Portland State University is in the top 7.70% of colleges in the state of Oregon for deposit cost. 10.53% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

Portland State University is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Portland State University educates a diverse community of 21,609 students, with 16,862 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 4,747 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

21,609


Total Undergraduates

16,862

Total Graduates

4,747


Full-Time vs Part-Time

63% Full-Time

37% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Portland State University has a 93% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Portland State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.


Acceptance Rate

93%


Application Fee

$60

How Do I Apply to Portland State University?

You can apply to Portland State University by going to the official application page and paying the $60 application fee.

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Location

Located in Portland, OR, Portland State University offers students a vibrant urban experience with all the advantages of a major metropolitan area.


City

Portland


County

Multnomah County


State

Oregon


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Large

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About

Portland State University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Portland State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $16,273 with 60% of students receiving financial assistance including 57% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$16,273


Received Aid

60%


Pell Recipients

57%


Tuition

$5,619 In-State

$15,069 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Portland State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 84% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
7,267 (43%)
Women
9,595 (56%)
Other
132 (1%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
1,251 (7%)
18-19
3,067 (18%)
20-21
3,375 (20%)
22-24
3,681 (22%)
Over 25
5,488 (33%)

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Outcomes

Portland State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 49% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

49%

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