Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of Portland has a 95% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. University of Portland has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
95%
Less Selective
Application Volume
9,041
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
8%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of Portland has a 95% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of Portland evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Portland. About 13% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,190 to 1,356. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 25 to 30.
SAT Scores
13% of students submitted400
1600
1190 โ 1356
200
800
620 โ 693
200
800
570 โ 663
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
25 โ 30
1
36
23 โ 30
1
36
24 โ 30
Admission Statistics
9,041 students applied to UP. Of those, 95% were accepted (8,624 students). Of these 8,624 accepted students, 729 chose to enroll.
9,041
Total Applicants
8,624
Students Admitted
729
Students Enrolled
95%
Acceptance Rate