Portland State University
Founded 1946
President Ann Cudd (President)
Fees USD 9,882
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
Portland State University (PSU) is a public research university founded in 1946 in downtown Portland, Oregon. The largest university in Portland, PSU enrolls 28,000 students and is guided by the motto “Let Knowledge Serve the City” — deeply embedded in Portland’s innovative urban culture. PSU is particularly strong in engineering, business, social work, education, and sustainability programs.
Schools and Colleges
- Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science — ABET-accredited; strong semiconductor and electrical engineering in Portland’s tech hub
- School of Business Administration — AACSB-accredited; Portland business and tech connections
- School of Social Work — CSWE-accredited; urban social work excellence
- College of Education — Teacher preparation for Portland Public Schools
- Institute for Sustainable Solutions — Top urban sustainability research in the US
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~94% | In-State Tuition: ~$9,882