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The campus of University Of Portland is in Portland, Oregon, 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.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 540. 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 2005, the school had 3,415 students enrolled (3,149 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
Admissions Phone: (503) 943-7147
Financial Aid Phone: (503) 943-7311
http://www.up.edu
University Of Portland awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 193 | education, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, music teaching |
| Business And Management | 180 | business management, marketing, finance, accounting, international business |
| Liberal Arts | 110 | political science, sociology, English, liberal arts and sciences, history, general studies, Spanish language, French studies, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 90 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, nursing administration |
| Engineering | 66 | electrical engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering, engineering management |
| Science | 64 | biology, biological and biomedical sciences, chemistry, chemistry courses, physics |
| Media | 42 | organizational communications, communication studies, communication and journalism, journalism |
| Therapy And Counseling | 24 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 13 | pastoral counseling, philosophy, theology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 9 | computer science, computer engineering |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | drama, stagecraft |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 5 | environmental studies |
| Family And Social Work | 5 | social work |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Portland in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 564 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 251 | 12 |
In 2005, University Of Portland had a total enrollment of 3,415 students (3,149 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80% |
| Graduate | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 39% |
| Washington | 26% |
| California | 11% |
| Hawaii | 4% |
| Idaho | 3% |
| Montana | 3% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Utah | 2% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Guam | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
University Of Portland offers campus housing for 1,421 of its 3,149 (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 | 3,026 | 2,445 | 81% | 724 | 30% |
| Men | 1,198 | 945 | 79% | 255 | 27% |
| Women | 1,828 | 1,500 | 82% | 469 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 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 | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (503) 943-7147
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 25,562 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,562 |
| Room and board | $ 7,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Portland participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 322400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (503) 943-7311
University Of Portland has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $99,226 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $83,599 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 26 | $76,851 | 7 | $68,616 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 47 | $61,512 | 24 | $57,307 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 24 | $50,449 | 19 | $43,286 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 11 | $42,205 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 5 | $38,600 | 3 | $37,000 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 104 | $61,615 | 64 | $50,834 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | West Coast Conference |
| Baseball | West Coast Conference |
| Track | Independent Pacific Northwest Region |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 86 | 79 | 165 |
| Track | 16 | 19 | 35 |
| Basketball | 15 | 13 | 28 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 29 | 47 | 76 |
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 Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
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
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing 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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