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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

“I foster a supportive learning environment for students as they grapple with new skills, apply knowledge to everyday experiences, and deepen their understanding of the natural world.”

Glenna Clifton Assistant Professor, Biology

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“I am excited to teach and mentor future marketers and business professionals to be ethical leaders that change our world for the better.”

Ashley Hass, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Marketing, Pamplin School of Business

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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.

A Community Statement on the Israel-Palestine Conflict

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.