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Create a Route That's Right For You

A Hands-On Curriculum That Drives Discovery

At University of Portland, every academic program is rooted in a liberal arts core curriculum that allows you to test out your intellectual interests, change direction, or combine fields of study to create a route that’s right for you. Our core curriculum is designed to enrich all majors with subjects that have stood the test of time.

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By The Numbers

An education from UP satisfies every bottom line.

99%

of Students Receive Financial Aid or Scholarships

100%

of classes taught by faculty, not grad students

9:1

Student/Faculty Ratio

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Everywhere You Look, a Breathtaking View

Begin Your Journey On The Bluff.

From the park-like setting of our beautiful campus, you will have countless opportunities to expand your world, whether you discover new trails or new interests. And you'll be ideally situated to experience Portland's thriving arts, culture, and dining scenes, and take advantage of internships and jobs in a wide range of industries.

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A Place Where All Are Welcome and Valued

Faith and Inclusivity are Interwoven Throughout Our Community.

UP welcomes people of all faiths and encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to their education. From your core classes to events with thought-provoking artists and speakers, you’ll learn to engage constructively with diverse people and ideas and develop a greater understanding of the roles religion, faith, and ethics play in our world.

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Making An Impact

Finding Common Ground Through Serving the Common Good

UP is rooted in a tradition of meaningful service. However, instead of counting hours, your impact will be measured by a greater understanding of the socio-economic issues both close to home and far afield that affect our human family. You'll make positive change while connecting the experiences to what you're learning in your courses.

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Your Never-Ending Curiosity Can Lead to Unimagined Places

“During my senior year, my capstone clinical immersion was in an ophthalmology outpatient eye surgery center. This experience gave me great training in pre- and post-operative patient care.”

Victor Rodriguez Valdovinos 2020 Nursing

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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

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“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 became interested in studying civil engineering because there are many opportunities to serve the public through public infrastructure projects.”

Erin McConville 2021 Civil Engineering

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UP Junior Angel Dulay Awarded Top Prize at National Diversity in STEM Conference

November 02, 2023

UP junior biology major Angel Dulay delivered the “Best Undergraduate Research Poster” in the Life Sciences – Genetics category at the 2023 Society of the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM Conference.

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October 10, 2023

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Learn more about how transformational a UP education can be. You'll benefit from big discussions in small classes, engaged faculty offering advice and support, a hands-on curriculum steeped in real-world experiences, and a vibrant residential campus in perhaps the most liveable city in the Pacific Northwest. It's all waiting for you on The Bluff.