Bring All of Who You Are
The University of Portland is a Catholic, Holy Cross university where we prepare inclusive and ethical leaders to respond to the needs of the world and its human family.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Your Never-Ending Curiosity Can Lead to Unimagined Places
News
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.
A Community Statement on the Israel-Palestine Conflict
October 10, 2023
