Portland State University is a public research university in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1946 as a post-secondary educational institution for World War II veterans. It evolved into a four-year college over the following two decades and was granted university status in 1969. It is the only public university in the state of Oregon that is located in a large city. It is governed by a board of trustees. PSU is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".
Source: WikipediaWhat does this school look for?
Annual Applications
6,701
Acceptance
95%
Graduation Rate
49%
Median SAT Score
1110
Median ACT Score
21
How much does it cost to attend?
Tuition (in-state)
$7,907
Fees (in-state)
$1,641
Averages for 10 years after enrolling
Avg Earnings
$50,800
Employed
85%
What's it like to attend this school?
Full time on-campus stats
Student Body
19K
Under-Grads
16K
Graduates
3K
Where will you be attending?
Location
724 SW Harrison, Portland OR 97201
On Campus Crime Rates
Property Crime
10 per 100K
Violent Crime
0 per 100K
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Who are Portland State University's Most influential alumni?
Portland State University 's most influential alumni faculty include professors and professionals in the fields of Social Work, Criminal Justice, and Computer Science
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