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Portland State University

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

Portland State University FAQ

Portland State University has rolling admissions. Colleges with rolling admissions evaluate applications as they are received versus waiting to evaluate all applications after a hard deadline. Schools will continue to evaluate applications until they’ve filled all the slots for their incoming class.
Out-of-state tuition for Portland State University is $27,585. Tuition for out-of-state students is higher at public universities, because the state government provides some funding for in-state students who attend. Private colleges usually have the same tuition for in-state and out-of-state students.
In-state tuition for Portland State University is $8,685. Each state defines how students qualify for in-state tuition. For undergraduates who are claimed as dependents on their parents' taxes, where their parents live usually determines eligibility for in-state tuition.
The average cost of college books is about $1,200. The cost of books and supplies ranges and can vary depending on the school, major, and classes taken.
Portland State University's current tuition and fees are $8,685 a year for in-state students and $27,585 for out-of-state students. Room and board at Portland State University is another $12,108 for students who live on campus. The amount of the average financial aid package students receive is around $11,292
Portland State University is a Public school. Public colleges receive some government funding while private schools rely on tuition and endowment for funding. Private schools can have higher tuition, but may also offer more generous financial aid packages than public schools. Public and private schools may also vary in size, environment, and types of majors and instruction offered.
Portland State University is a 4-Year college. Most students take 4 years to graduate. Four-year schools typically result in bachelor's degrees. Two-year schools typically result in associate degrees.
Portland State University is located in Portland, OR.

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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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