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Public4-Yearmedium campus
Portland State University
Portland, OR
2.9Above Average
91%
Open Admissions
53%
Graduation
About Portland State University
Portland State University is a public four-year institution located in Portland, Oregon. With an enrollment of approximately 13,619 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 91%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 53%. Graduates earn a median salary of $57,906 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $12,932 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
91%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
53%
Enrollment
13,619
Total students
Median Earnings
$57,906
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$11,238
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,138
Per year
Average Net Price
$12,932
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$30,138/yr
In-State Tuition$11,238/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$12,932/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$51,728
10-Year Earnings
$579,060
ROI Multiple
11.2×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Portland State University
Student Outcomes
53%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$58k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
13,619
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
