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The University of Portland, also known as UP, is a Roman Catholic, private university situated in Portland, Oregon, United States. It was established in the year 1901. UP is the only university in Oregon that has its schools and colleges located on one campus. The campus occupies an area of more than 120 acres. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. UP is organized into the following academic divisions:
UP’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. The University is a member of the NCAA Division and has won several championships. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Pilots. The Pilots participate in the West Coast Conference and in various sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, golf, track and field, tennis, and volleyball.
The campus of University Of Portland is in Portland, OR, which is a large city. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. University Of Portland is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
University Of Portland is known for its programs in science and nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 530. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 640. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
University Of Portland has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, the school had 3,667 students enrolled (3,316 full-time equivalent).
Full-time students are the norm at University Of Portland. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Portland offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Independent Pacific Northwest Region and West Coast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Portland
5000 N Willamette Blvd
Portland, OR 97203-5798
General Phone: (503) 943-7911
http://www.up.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 182 | registered nursing, clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, nursing administration |
| Education And Teaching | 178 | education, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, music teaching |
| Business And Management | 158 | business management, finance, marketing, accounting, international business |
| Liberal Arts | 99 | political science, history, English, Spanish language, general studies, sociology, German studies, French studies, ... |
| Science | 82 | biology, biological and biomedical sciences, chemistry courses, physics, chemistry |
| Engineering | 73 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, engineering, engineering management |
| Media | 38 | organizational communications, mass communication, communication and journalism, communication studies, journalism |
| Therapy And Counseling | 19 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | philosophy, pastoral counseling and ministries, pastoral counseling, theology |
| Family And Social Work | 17 | social work |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 12 | drama, stagecraft, directing |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 11 | computer science, computer engineering |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 9 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Music | 6 | music, music history and theory |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Portland in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 698 | 43 |
| Master's degree | 211 | 16 |
In 2007, University Of Portland had a total enrollment of 3,667 students (3,316 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80% |
| Graduate | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
University Of Portland offers campus housing for 1,421 of its 3,316 (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 offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,139 | 4,195 | 59% | 805 | 19% |
| Men | 2,758 | 1,607 | 58% | 300 | 19% |
| Women | 4,381 | 2,588 | 59% | 505 | 20% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 640 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 99% |
| 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 | $ 28,834 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,834 |
| Room and board | $ 8,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Portland participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 322400)
University Of Portland has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 78 | 32 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 28 | 27 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 26 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $106,114 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $55,307 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $106,114 | 4 | $67,380 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $86,831 | 7 | $80,090 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 45 | $66,586 | 28 | $61,486 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 32 | $56,704 | 30 | $55,690 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 12 | $50,050 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $41,488 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 110 | $68,002 | 81 | $58,265 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | West Coast Conference |
| Baseball | West Coast Conference |
| Track | Independent Pacific Northwest Region |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 83 | 72 | 155 |
| Track | 17 | 17 | 34 |
| Basketball | 13 | 14 | 27 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| All Other Sports | 32 | 41 | 73 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering/Industrial Management
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Studies
General Studies
German Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MUSIC
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Portland Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses 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 Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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