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Portland State University

Portland, Oregon · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,937

Acceptance Rate

91%

Graduation Rate

53%

Annual Tuition

$11,238

At a Glance

Total Students

13,619

Retention Rate

75%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

33%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Portland State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 90.9%. The university enrolls 13,619 students. The average in-state tuition is $11,238. The university's graduation rate is 52.9%, and its retention rate is 74.7%.

One year after graduation, the median earnings for Portland State University alumni is $41,313. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $46,937, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $57,906. The median debt for graduates is $20,500, and 32.8% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$58k

10 YEARS

Top 44% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Portland State University alumni earn a median salary of $41,313. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $46,937. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $57,906. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

Portland State University has a 90.9% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 52.9%, and the retention rate is 74.7%. The in-state tuition is $11,238. A total of 32.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Portland, Oregon

Portland, OR 97201

Portland State University is located in Portland, Oregon. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Portland State University has an acceptance rate of 90.9%.