Academic Centers & Special Programs
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UP's Academic Centers and Special Programs offer a wide variety of unique opportunities for undergraduate research, study abroad, ROTC, academic support, and more.
Air Force ROTC
The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program at the University of Portland is an educational program designed to give men and women the opportunity to become Air Force officers while completing a bachelor's or master's degree. Air Force ROTC offers numerous programs and scholarship opportunities for students, which lead to an academic degree and a commission in the Air Force as a second lieutenant.
Army ROTC
Army ROTC provides prerequisite leadership training qualifications for students desiring to earn appointments as second lieutenants in the United States Army, the United States Army Reserve, or the Army National Guard. Cadets engage in elective military science courses that use a combination of academics and hands-on training to teach students leadership, responsibility, and teamwork.
Franz Center for Leadership, Entrepreneurship, & Innovation
The Franz Center is dedicated to supporting all students in the development of skills, knowledge, and mindsets in the areas of leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The Center hosts the Entrepreneurial Scholars program, the $100K Challenge, innovation workshops and labs, and the Faith-Based Leadership Program and leadership certification.
Honors Program
The Honors Program offers small classes with rigorous coursework and exceptional intellectual stimulation, a personal faculty mentor for each student, a diverse array of social and cultural experience, and a chance for students to be public intellectuals leading the way in changing the world. Honors Program students typically have a minimum high school GPA of 3.8 and at least 1300 on SAT I (combined critical reading and math) with a minimum of 630 critical reading.
Study Abroad
Our studies abroad programs offer students opportunities to explore the world and immerse themselves in new cultures and experiences. With full-year, semester-long, and summer study experiences, our programs offer student opportunities to fulfill core requirements or take part in courses carefully designed to complement their major areas of study.
Fostering Student Success
Career Education Center
The Career Education Center support students and their families with resources including guidance for major and career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, searching for internships and jobs.
Fellowships & Grants
University of Portland is a top producer of Fulbright recipients along with other notable fellowship and grant programs. The Office of Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement is available to support students and alumni throughout the application process.
Shepard Academic Resource Center
The Shepard Academic Resource Center is a resource and a partner for academic needs beyond the classroom. Services include academic tutoring through the Learning Commons, Accessible Education Services for students requiring disability accommodations, as well as services for first-year students and first generation college students.
Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement
The Office of Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement helps students grow as thinkers and researchers beyond the classroom. From finding research and scholarship opportunities to crafting personal statements and navigating the Honors Program, we guide students in shaping and achieving their future goals.
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