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Is Portland State University a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$171,907 Avg Total Cost

Portland State University Value Report

College Factual set out to determine if Portland State University is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 25% National Quality
Slightly Overpriced

Portland State University is ranked #1,376 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Portland State University is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1376 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  38.60 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $171,907 for a Portland State University Degree

On average, a bachelor's degree from Portland State University will cost you about $171,907. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $36,654 and a typical 4.69 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$36,654
Average Years to Graduate4.69
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$171,907

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average Portland State University student takes 4.69 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Portland State University degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$94,761 In-State With Aid
$189,598 Avg Cost No Aid
4.69 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Portland State University.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$189,598#0F
All Students$171,907#1,376D+
Only Students Receiving Aid$155,581#487B+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$128,778#F
All Students$111,087#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$94,761#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Oregon.

About 84% of Portland State University students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Portland State University financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average Portland State University cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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