The University of Portland, ranked #2 in Regional Universities West by U.S. News & World Report, is an urban private university located in Portland, Oregon, now accepting international students through Shorelight. Students can explore more than 40 undergraduate and 15 graduate programs across business, health, engineering, psychology, and more.
Why Choose the University of Portland?
Get funding for research residency programs — The University of Portland’s Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) provides a salary and housing for students to conduct research on campus for up to 10 weeks every summer. Additional SURE activities include interdisciplinary lectures, discussions, and networking events.
Gain hands-on learning experience — Hands-on learning is prioritized at the University of Portland, and students are encouraged to get involved in community-based research projects and experiential learning opportunities, including internships. More than 80% of University of Portland students complete some form of credit-based experiential learning and gain essential industry experience before they graduate.
Get a great return on investment — Ranked #6 for Best Value Schools in the West by U.S. News & World Report (2024), the University of Portland is committed to providing an affordable and accessible learning experience. It’s also recognized as Oregon’s #1 college for value by Money magazine, and Oregon’s #1 private university for value by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance.
Accolades for the University of Portland
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
#2 in Regional Universities West
#6 in Best Value Schools
#40 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
#86 in Nursing (tie)
#2 in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie)
#2 in Most Innovative Schools
#66 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
Money magazine, 2023-2024
One of America's Best Colleges
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, 2019
#1 private university in Oregon for value
Fulbright
80 student Fulbright Award recipients since 2001
Undergraduate Degree Programs at the University of Portland
Pamplin School of Business
Marketing
Operations and Technology Management
Shiley School of Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
College of Arts and Sciences
Biochemistry
Environmental Science
Physics
Sociology
Criminology Track
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Graduate Degree Programs at the University of Portland
Pamplin School of Business
Finance, MS
Shiley School of Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
School of Education
Education
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Discover exciting academic programs and career development opportunities at the University of Portland’s global campus with access to support from expert faculty as you work toward your personal, professional, and academic goals!
