Portland State University
Public university · Portland, OR · 13,182 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
91%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$8,337
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$20,561
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
53%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Portland State University?
Portland State University accepts about 91 of every 100 applicants (91%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Portland State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Portland State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Portland State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $20,561 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $8,337 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $12,315 for OR residents and $32,565 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$12,315
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$32,565
- Room & board$15,783
- Total cost of attendance$20,561
- Average net price after grants$8,337
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Psychology, Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts.
Portland State University FAQ
- What is Portland State University's acceptance rate?
- 91% — accessible.
- Is Portland State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Portland State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Portland State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Portland State University cost?
- About $20,561 a year before aid; $8,337 on average after grants.
- What is Portland State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003216. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Portland State University receives your information.
- What is Portland State University's graduation rate?
- 53% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Portland State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific UniversityForest Grove, OR | 90% | 900–1240 | $35,520 | 71% |
| University of PortlandPortland, OR | 89% | 1160–1370 | $28,803 | 81% |
| Southern Oregon UniversityAshland, OR | 89% | — | $20,998 | 43% |
| University of OregonEugene, OR | 88% | 1130–1360 | $22,547 | 71% |
| George Fox UniversityNewberg, OR | 94% | 1070–1340 | $31,648 | 69% |
| Corban UniversitySalem, OR | 94% | — | $32,913 | 61% |