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Portland State University

Portland, OR 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate98%
Acceptance Rate98%

About Portland State University

Portland State University is more than Portland’s public research university. It’s a place to test ideas and projects that show the world how different is done. Our innovative approach combines education with creative problem-solving and collaboration across campus for maximum impact. With more than 200 degree programs to choose from, PSU is Oregon’s most diverse, innovative and affordable research university.

Portland State University is a public, state school in the city of Portland, Oregon. Portland State University was founded in 1946. The college enrolls around 22,858 students a year, including 17,753 undergraduate students.

Portland State University Acceptance Rate

It is not difficult to get into Portland State University. Portland State University admitted 98% of all applicants in 2022. In 2022, 6,754 out of 6,862 total applicants were accepted.

Portland State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 98%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 3.4
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 9%

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Portland State University is located in the city of Portland.

If you are interested in seeing Portland State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Portland, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Portland International.

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College Info

1825 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97201

Campus Setting: Urban

Portland State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Portland State University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Portland State University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Portland State University is a member of the Coalition for College.

More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.

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Portland State University ACT Scores

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ACT Range

17 - 26

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

26 and Above

Good

17 to 26

Avg

17 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Portland State University is 22. Students with an ACT score of 26 and above have a good chance of getting into Portland State University. Students with an ACT score that falls between 17 and 26 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 17 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Portland State University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1010 - 1270

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Math SAT Range

490 - 610

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Reading SAT Range

510 - 640

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1270 and Above

Good

1010 to 1270

Avg

1010 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Portland State University students is 1128. Applicants with SAT scores of 1270 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Portland State University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1010 to 1270 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1010 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Portland State University.

Portland State University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$23,694

In State

$42,594

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$8,685
$27,585
Fees
$1,701
$1,701
Housing
$12,108
$12,108
Books
$1,200
$1,200

Student Life

Wondering what life at Portland State University is like? There are approximately 22,858 students enrolled at Portland State University, including 17,753 undergraduate students and 5,105 graduate students. 68% percent of students attend school full-time, 83% percent are from OR and 17% percent of students are from other states.

68%

Full Time

32%

Part Time

83%

In State

17%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

22,858

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

98%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,386

Out-of-State

$29,286

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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