University of Portland

Portland, OR

University of Portland

Portland, OR

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We are a comprehensive Catholic university grounded in the liberal arts. Since our founding in 1901 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, we’ve been guided by a mission to educate the whole person—head, heart, and hands. That’s why, no matter what major you choose, you will benefit from a core curriculum that fosters critical thinking and problem-solving, a foundation in ethics and moral formation, and the confidence and leadership skills to make a difference in the world.

Our smaller class sizes, averaging 17 students, allow you to build connections with supportive faculty dedicated to your success. Your professors and academic advisors can help you discover experiences that’ll deepen your understanding, including internships, clinicals, student teaching, research, service immersions, and study abroad.

UP sits on The Bluff in the University Park neighborhood, overlooking Mount Hood, downtown Portland, and Forest Park, where our students enjoy hiking and biking trails. The City of Portland offers a friendly, small-town vibe with big-city benefits like a thriving arts and culture scene, internships and jobs in a wide range of industries, and easy public transit access. And Portland is the perfect basecamp for exploring the Pacific Northwest, where a 90-minute drive will take you to Oregon Coast beaches or snowboarding on Mt. Hood.

We’re committed to making attending UP cost-effective. That’s why more than 99% of full-time undergraduate students receive some form of aid. Merit scholarships are renewable, and most range from $24,000 to $30,000 annually. Stackable scholarships are also awarded for first-generation, out-of-state, engineering, music and theater, ROTC, Catholic high school attendees, and more!

Visit us and see why UP students call The Bluff their home away from home!

ACCOLADES

Highest Four-Year Graduation Rate of all Oregon colleges & Universities over the past 10 years (National Center for Education Statistics)

One of America’s Top Colleges 2025 | Forbes magazine

One of the top producers of the Fulbright US Student Program (US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, 2024-2025 academic year)

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

College of Arts & Sciences
• Arts Administration
• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Cell, Molecular & Biomedical Sciences
• Chemistry
• Communication
• Ecology, Evolution & Conservation Biology
• Economics
• English
• Environmental Ethics & Policy
• Environmental Science
• Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies
• History
• Human Biology
• Mathematics
• Mathematics, Applied
• Music
• Organizational Communication
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science & Global Affairs
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Sociology
• Sociology/Criminology Track
• Spanish
• Theater
• Theology

Pamplin School of Business
• Accounting (4+1 BBA/MBA)
• Business Analytics
• Economics
• Finance
• Management Information Systems
• Marketing
• Operations & Technology Management
• Supply Chain Analytics

School of Education
• Elementary Education/3 + 1 Pathway (BAEd & MAT)
• Secondary Education/3 + 1 Pathway (BSSE & MAT)

Shiley School of Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Pre-professional Programs
• Pre-dentistry
• Pre-law
• Pre-medicine
• Pre-occupational Therapy
• Pre-optometry
• Pre-pharmacy
• Pre-physical Therapy
• Pre-physician Assistant
• Pre-veterinary Medicine

And 40+ minors!

An Inside Look

What students are saying about us...

  • "UP is a great place to pursue anything you’re interested in. Whatever you’re passionate about, there are people around and tons of resources to help you pursue it."

    • Julia Kimoto 2020
      Civil Engineering
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  • “At UP, I was able to focus on the political topics that fascinated me most and intern with two Oregon legislature election campaigns, all of which watered the roots of my public service career.”

    • Connor Heffernan 2022
      Political Science, Economics
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  • “I knew I wanted to go to medical school and that mentorship during my undergrad years would be very important. That’s why I chose UP.”

    • Samantha Rivas 2020
      Mathematics; Biology and Chemistry minors
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  • “The business core curriculum gave me great exposure to all the business majors, which helped me figure out what I ultimately wanted to do.”

    • Kai Takeuchi 2018
      Marketing and Operations & Technology Management
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