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Push Your Curiosity To the Next Level and Then Keep On Rising

At University of Portland, we set our sights high. We're in the business of setting records, making discoveries, and challenging the norm, and it all starts with a foundation of excellence. No matter what major you choose, you’ll benefit from a curriculum that fosters critical thinking, ethical problem-solving, and moral formation, giving you the confidence and tools to tackle any challenge and keep moving up.

A Curriculum that Unlocks What's Possible

At UP, we don't shy away from change, we create it. Shaped by rigorous academics, intentional mentorships, practical fieldwork, and meaningful projects, you'll learn to embrace what is good and create what is better.

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4.5 Stars by Money Magazine

Based on our professional schools, robust study abroad program, Division I athletics, and graduation rate, UP is one of six institutions in the West to earn Money's 4.5-star rating. We are also one-of-five Catholic universities and one-of-three private universities in the West region to reach the 4.5-star threshold.

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Lead with Faith, Serve with Purpose

University of Portland is dedicated to a transformative educational experience centered on service and justice, empowering compassionate change in the individual, the local community, and beyond.

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Hands-on Experience is Key

At UP, we are committed to real-world experience. Hands-on learning through internships, lab work, research, and projects sets our students apart and prepares them for the future.

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Find Your Program

For decades, UP has earned national recognition for its academic programs and Core Curriculum. Anchored by our Holy Cross tradition and the College of Arts and Sciences, we offer targeted pathways toward careers in business, engineering, healthcare, and education. Whether you are pursuing an undergraduate degree, a graduate degree, or a certificate, growth begins with curiosity.

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Hope Isn't Just a Mindset
—It's an Action

University of Portland is a Congregation of Holy Cross Institution, which means that we don't just talk about compassion, we live it. Our deep Catholic roots compel us to ask deeper questions and pursue better solutions. We stand boldly for what we believe in by seeking to understand others, care for others, and invest in others on every level—head, heart, and hands. When you come to UP, you'll be welcomed into a community that's on a mission to change the world for the better. And, you'll be equipped with the tools and experiences you need to make it happen.

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is the only direction worth exploring

Push Your Curiosity To the Next Level and Then Keep On Rising