Multnomah University is found in Portland, OR. Portland is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at Multnomah University.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Multnomah University is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 560.
Students numbered 820 in 2007-2008 at the school.
Multnomah University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Multnomah University
8435 NE Glisan St
Portland, OR 97220
General Phone: (503) 255-0332
http://www.multnomah.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 220 | bible studies, ministry |
Number of programs and degrees for Multnomah University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 113 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 58 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 49 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Multnomah University had a total enrollment of 820 students (788 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 32% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 42% |
| Washington | 32% |
| Alaska | 8% |
| Montana | 4% |
| California | 4% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
Multnomah University offers campus housing for 360 of its 788 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Portland, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 159 | 113 | 71% | 72 | 64% |
| Men | 78 | 56 | 72% | 37 | 66% |
| Women | 81 | 57 | 70% | 35 | 61% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 430 | 590 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 83% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 19% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,100 |
| Room and board | $ 5,840 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Multnomah University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 320600)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 11 | $65,170 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $56,895 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $47,796 | 4 | $47,976 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $55,582 | 6 | $47,529 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Multnomah University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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