Portland State University
Portland, OR | pdx.edu
Portland State University is more than Portland’s public research university. It’s a place to test ideas and projects that show the world how different is done. Our innovative approach combines education with creative problem-solving and collaboration across campus for maximum impact. With more than 200 degree programs to choose from, PSU is Oregon’s most diverse, innovative and affordable research university.
Representatives
He/Him; She/Hers
Regional Admissions Counselor, Southern California
(503) 725-6263 marasato@pdx.edu
Phaedra Brown
she/her/hers
Regional Admissions Counselor
(503) 725-6612
phaedrab@pdx.edu
Based in Northern California
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
PDX (10 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
16,423 / 21,040
Average Class Size
24
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
17:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
13.2% / 39.4% / 5.6%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Big Sky
Average ACT / SAT
21 / 1060
Average GPA
3.40
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Unweighted
Scholarships: Unweighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
17,943 / 14,023 (92.7%)
Deposits
6,803
Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? Yes
Admission Interview? No
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? Yes
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Aug 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: Sept 1
Spring: March 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
A Separate Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
No Answer
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
No Answer
Link to Scholarship Info
pdx.edu/student-finance/psu-scholarship-universe
Points of Pride
Portland State is a testbed for tomorrow. You study alongside leading-edge faculty and collaborate with local organizations and industry leaders.
At PSU, you feel like you’re part of a movement. You’ll form bonds with faculty and friends in small classes that dive deep into the issues that matter most. We are proud to be one of the nation’s most transformative universities.
We do more than study the issues. We address real-world problems with creative solutions. At Portland State, you can work side-by-side with top faculty researchers, who inspire you to reimagine what’s possible.
