Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
90.91%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Portland State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 90.91%. This means approximately 909 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 13,619 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
90.91%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,238 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,138 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,449 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,932 | State avg: $18,521. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.56% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 32.79% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Portland State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,138
Room and board
$13,728
Books and supplies
$798
Other expenses
$2,259
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,449
Average net price
$12,932
Average aid coverage
42%
$9,517 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Portland State University pays approximately $12,932 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Oregon average of $18,521 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Portland State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Oregon and national averages.
Portland State University net price
$12,932
Oregon average
$18,521
National average
$17,506
Portland State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,138 and average net price at $12,932. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,138
Current net price
$12,932
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.13%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,906
Undergraduates
13,619
10-Year Median Earnings - Portland State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Portland State University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Portland State University?
Undergraduates
13,619
Completion rate
53.13%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.56%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
32.79%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.56% of Portland State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 32.79% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Portland State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Portland State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Portland State University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Portland State University is listed at 724 SW Harrison St., Portland, OR 97201. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Portland State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State University | 90.91% | $30,138 | $12,932 | $57,906 |
| Oregon Health & Science University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $101,028 |
| University of Portland | 95.39% | $54,900 | $36,371 | $82,804 |
| Linfield University | 87.93% | $49,530 | $27,341 | $78,638 |
| Oregon Institute of Technology | 91.67% | $35,592 | $16,391 | $72,273 |
Similar Schools in Portland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Portland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Portland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland State University's acceptance rate?
Portland State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 90.91%.
How much is Portland State University tuition?
Portland State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,138.
What is Portland State University's average net price?
Portland State University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,932.
What is Portland State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,906 for Portland State University.
Is Portland State University accredited?
Portland State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Portland State University?
The local dataset lists 13,619 undergraduate students at Portland State University.
What percentage of Portland State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Portland State University in the local dataset is 39.56%.
What is the federal loan rate at Portland State University?
The federal loan rate for Portland State University in the local dataset is 32.79%.
Where should I verify Portland State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Portland State University or the latest official federal education data.