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University of Portland

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University of Portland: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Portland is a private Catholic university in Portland, Oregon, in the United States. It suits students who want undergraduate, professional, master's, or doctoral study in a relatively small university setting.

  2. What you can study

    Students can study across 18 programmes at bachelor’s, professional, master’s, and PhD/doctorate levels. Examples include Addiction Studies, Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts & Media, Bachelor of Science in Applied Technology & Business Leadership, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Allied Health, Exercise and Health Science, Master of Science in Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Alternative Route to Teacher Certification, Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology, and Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s admissions process and check the official website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions. The university’s website is the place to confirm how to submit transcripts, proof of English ability if required, and whether there are separate steps for graduate or professional study.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range here; confirm current tuition with its admissions office. Living costs in Portland will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so check the university and local cost-of-living information before deciding.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated. A student moving from abroad should confirm visa steps, English-language requirements if any, housing options, health insurance expectations, and whether their chosen programme has extra admission documents or deadlines.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, this is a smaller institution with 18 programmes and study options from bachelor’s level through doctorate. That makes it more focused than large multi-faculty universities, especially for students who want a narrower programme list rather than a very broad catalogue.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Portland

What type of university is it?

It is a private Catholic university.

Where is it located?

It is in Portland, Oregon, United States.

How many programmes does it offer?

It offers 18 programmes.

What degree levels are available?

Bachelor's Degree, Professional, Master's Degree, and PhD / Doctorate.

Overview

The University of Portland (UP) is a private Catholic university in Portland, Oregon, United States. It was founded in 1901 and is affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross, which also founded UP's sister school, the University of Notre Dame. UP enrolls approximately 3,700 students.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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