14 out of 14
- Universities in Portland
- Ranked in at least one ranking
30
- Different Rankings list
- Universities in Portland
- (23 institution and 7 subject rankings)
15
- Global Rankings rank
- Universities in Portland
- Among TOP 200
Portland, Oregon, sometimes referred to as ‘the City of Roses’ by the locals, is the most populated city in the United States, and offers its inhabitants the chance to take advantage of its arts galleries and museums, weekend food markets, and vibrant nightlife.
The city’s residents get around using the high quality public transport, in the form of urban light rail (the MAX), buses, and streetcars. That said, many Portland locals also like to get around on foot since the short blocks were constructed with the pedestrian in mind, and also many routes through the city are decorated with sculptures and fountains, which makes taking a stroll through the city much more pleasant.
PROS
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Rental prices are more affordable than in many parts of the country, with the average rent prices ranging from $1,667 to $1,792 (furnished) depending on which neighbourhood you look for your apartment in.
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Nature lovers obviously have a lot to see in Portland, whether it be Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, or Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. For those who are more in the mood for the city vibe, Portland’s nightlife offers ballet, plays, musicals, and plenty of bars and nightclubs.
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In the interests of saving students money, some colleges and universities are involved in public transport discount schemes. Those new to the city should investigate this straight away in order not to waste money on transport.
CONS
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There is not a lot of variety when it comes to Portland’s employment opportunities, with many expressing that only basic entry level jobs tend to be available, and there is fierce competition for those jobs. Students looking for part-time work to pair with their studies are recommended to begin their job search in advance.
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Portland’s cost of living is overall higher in almost every category compared with other major cities in the United States. That said, energy bills are considerably lower.
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Many agree that Portland’s lack of sunshine can become an issue, as the weather is overcast most days of the year.
Latest ranking updates related to universities in Portland
- 29 Mar, 2021: New edition of US News: Best Grad Schools (US) (Nursing). 13 universities in Portland ranked.
- 18 Mar, 2021: Publication of Scimago Institutions Rankings - Universities. Oregon Health & Science University with highest ranking among universities in Portland ranked #168.
- 04 Mar, 2021: Latest QS World University Rankings By Subject (Hospitality & Leisure Management) from British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK. 12 universities from Portland appear in this ranking.
- 30 Jan, 2021: Publication of UniRank 4icu - World Ranking. Portland, Concordia University ranked #174.
Highest subject rankings of universities in Portland
Clinical Medicine
#19
Oregon Health & Science University
Art & Design
#51
Portland, Concordia University
Molecular Biology & Genetics
#62
Oregon Health & Science University
Robotics
#84
Portland, Concordia University
Sociology
#100
Portland State University
Communication & Media Studies
#101
Portland, Concordia University
Linguistics
#201
Portland, Concordia University
Rankings of universities in Portland, USA 2021
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2020] |
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THE World University Rankings - Times Higher Education
[Published 24 August, 2020] |
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Scimago Institutions Rankings - Universities
[Published 18 March, 2021] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.5 / 5.0
(2094 reviews)
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THE World University Rankings - Times Higher Education
[Published 24 August, 2020] |
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Scimago Institutions Rankings - Universities
[Published 18 March, 2021] |
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US News: Best Global Universities
[Published 19 October, 2020] |
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Student satisfaction:
3.7 / 5.0
(138 reviews)
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THE World University Rankings - Times Higher Education
[Published 24 August, 2020] |
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QS World University Rankings
[Published 10 June, 2020] |
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US News: Best Global Universities
[Published 19 October, 2020] |
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Student satisfaction:
3.8 / 5.0
(248 reviews)
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2020] |
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Scimago Institutions Rankings - Universities
[Published 18 March, 2021] |
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Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions
[Published 04 May, 2020] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.9 / 5.0
(168 reviews)
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2020] |
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Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions
[Published 04 May, 2020] |
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Kiplinger's Best College Values
[Published 31 July, 2019] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.6 / 5.0
(257 reviews)
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2020] |
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Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions
[Published 04 May, 2020] |
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Kiplinger's Best College Values
[Published 31 July, 2019] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.4 / 5.0
(28 reviews)
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2020] |
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Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions
[Published 04 May, 2020] |
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.3 / 5.0
(81 reviews)
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Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions
[Published 04 May, 2020] |
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
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Student satisfaction:
3.8 / 5.0
(24 reviews)
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
Student satisfaction:
3.7 / 5.0
(152 reviews)
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
Student satisfaction:
4.2 / 5.0
(58 reviews)
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
Student satisfaction:
4.5 / 5.0
(142 reviews)
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 15 August, 2020] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
Student satisfaction:
4.4 / 5.0
(25 reviews)
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
Student satisfaction:
4.7 / 5.0
(119 reviews)
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2021] |
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Student Opinions About Studying in Portland
“The nature around Portland has to be some of the most impressive I’ve ever seen in my life. If you’re like me then sometimes you need time in nature to take a break from the busy city rhythm, and Portland’s nature more than delivers here.”
“Despite Portland being portrayed as a liberal city, I found that to be an exaggeration. The sensation to me was that social attitudes are a mix of conversative and liberal, in more or less the same ratios as any other city.”
“I had a hard time at the beginning of my stay in Portland because I couldn’t find a job, but sooner or later your luck and persistence pays off here. Once you get set up, you should have more than enough money to go out and enjoy yourself with your friends a couple of times per week, whatever that might involve. Portland offers a lot of different kinds of activities, so I think there’s something for everyone.”
Portland Key Facts for International Students
Population: 584000
Elevation: 12 m. above sea level
Time: GMT -8
District/province: Oregon, Multnomah County
Living costs for students in Portland:
* 100 = prices in London
- Living costs without accommodation 92* (8% cheaper than London)
- All costs including accommodation 81* (19% cheaper than London)
- Meals (grocery & lower cost restaurants) 86* (14% cheaper than London)
- Average Big Mac price 5.74 US$
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Map with location of universities in Portland
FAQ
Portland State University ranks #1 in Portland in our meta ranking composed of 96 university rankings.
Among all universities in Portland Portland State University is listed in the largest number of rankings. See all 27 rankings where Portland State University is listed.
Oregon Health & Science University is ranked best in Portland for Medicine & Health (Clinical Medicine). See all rankings for the Oregon Health & Science University.
Portland, Concordia University is ranked best in Portland for Arts Visual & Performing (Art & Design). See all rankings for the Portland, Concordia University.
Oregon Health & Science University is ranked best in Portland for Natural Sciences (Molecular Biology & Genetics). See all rankings for the Oregon Health & Science University.
Portland, Concordia University is ranked best in Portland for Engineering (Robotics). See all rankings for the Portland, Concordia University.
Portland State University is ranked best in Portland for Social Studies & Humanities (Sociology). See all rankings for the Portland State University.
Portland, Concordia University is ranked best in Portland for Journalism & Media Studies (Communication & Media Studies). See all rankings for the Portland, Concordia University.
Portland, Concordia University is ranked best in Portland for Languages & Literature (Linguistics). See all rankings for the Portland, Concordia University.
Ranking publishers
4icu
- Universities:
- 200
- Published:
- 30 January, 2021
- Universities:
- 200
- Published:
- 30 January, 2021
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Universities:
- 8365
- Published:
- 10 June, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings:
- Academic Reputation 40%
Employer Reputation 10%
Faculty/Student Ratio 20%
Citations per faculty 20%
International Faculty Ratio 5%
International Student Ratio 5%
- Universities:
- 499
- Published:
- 19 September, 2019
- Criteria used in ranking -QS Employability Rankings:
- Employer reputation 30%
Alumni outcomes 25%
Partnerships with Employers per Faculty 25%
Employer/Student Connections 10%
Graduate employment rate 10%
- Universities:
- 150
- Published:
- 24 June, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -QS 50 under 50:
- Based on the QS World University rankings methodology, the top 50 universities that are under 50 years old.
Academic Reputation 40%
Employer Reputation 10%
Faculty/Student Ratio 20%
Citations per faculty 20%
International Faculty Ratio 5%
International Student Ratio 5%
CWUR Center for World University Rankings
- Universities:
- 4000
- Published:
- 15 June, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -CWUR Center for World University Rankings:
- Research Performance 40%
Quality of Education 25%
Alumni Employment 25%
Quality of Faculty 10%
Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Leiden University, Netherlands
- Universities:
- 1175
- Published:
- 09 July, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -CWTS Leiden Ranking:
- Academic research publication
Forbes
- Universities:
- 300
- Published:
- 01 January, 2019
- Criteria used in ranking -America's Best Value Colleges 2019:
- Rank on Forbes 2018 Top Colleges ranking 20%
Student debt 20%
Alumni earnings 20%
Net price 20%
Graduation rate 10%
Pell Grant recipients 10%
Kiplinger
- Universities:
- 500
- Published:
- 31 July, 2019
- Criteria used in ranking -Kiplinger's Best College Values:
- Quality Criteria 55%
Cost Criteria 45%
MONEY
- Universities:
- 739
- Published:
- 25 August, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -MONEY Best Colleges:
- Quality of education 33.33%
Affordability 33.33%
Outcomes 33.33%
NTU ranking
- Universities:
- 799
- Published:
- 10 October, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers:
- Research excellence 40%
Research impact 35%
Research productivity 25%
- Universities:
- 152
- Published:
- 10 October, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -NTU North America:
- Research productivity 25%
Research impact 35%
Research Excellence 40%
Nature Index
- Universities:
- 4357
- Published:
- 04 May, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions:
- Article count (AC)
Fractional count (FC)
Weighted fractional count (WFC)
Payscale
- Universities:
- 1589
- Published:
- 15 August, 2020
RUR Ranking Agency (Moscow, Russia)
- Universities:
- 1697
- Published:
- 04 May, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR World University Rankings:
- Teaching 40%
Research 40%
International Diversity 10%
Financial Sustainability 10%
- Universities:
- 827
- Published:
- 16 September, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Reputation Ranking:
- Teaching Reputation 50%
Research Reputation 50%
- Universities:
- 828
- Published:
- 16 September, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Research Performance Ranking:
- Normalized citation impact (Citations of research publications from all university authors compared with world averages) 20%
Citation per papers 20%
Papers per academic and research staff 20%
International research reputation 20%
Share of research publications written in international co-authorship 20%
RUY
- Universities:
- 50
- Published:
- 08 December, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -Research Infosource: Canada's Top 50 Research Universities:
- Total Sponsored Research Income 20%
Research Intensity per Faculty 20%
Total Number of Publications 20%
Publication Intensity 20%
Publication Impact 10%
Research Intensity per Graduate Student 10%
Scimago Institutions
- Universities:
- 8023
- Published:
- 18 March, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -Scimago Institutions Rankings - Universities:
- Research 50%
Innovation 30%
Societal 20%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Universities:
- 10016
- Published:
- 17 August, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking:
- Alumni winning research prizes 10%
Staff winning research prizes 20%
Research paper publications 20%
Papers published in Nature and Science 20%
Papers indexed in Science Citation Index-Expanded and Social Science Citation Index 20%
Per capita academic performance 10%
StuDocu
- Universities:
- 171
- Published:
- 21 September, 2020
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Universities:
- 8867
- Published:
- 24 August, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings - Times Higher Education:
- Teaching 30%
Research (volume, income and reputation) 30%
Citations 30%
International outlook (staff, students, research) 7.5%
Industry income (knowledge transfer) 2.5%
- Universities:
- 414
- Published:
- 15 June, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -Young University Rankings:
- Teaching 30%
Research (volume, income and reputation) 30%
Citations 30%
International outlook (staff, students, research) 7.5%
Industry income (knowledge transfer) 2.5%
Thomson Reuters
- Universities:
- 100
- Published:
- 23 October, 2019
- Criteria used in ranking -Reuters Most Innovative Universities:
- Patent Volume 33%
Patent Citations 34%
Industry Article Citation Impact 11%
Percent of Industry Collaborative Articles 11%
Total Web of Science Core Collection Papers 11%
Urap
- Universities:
- 3000
- Published:
- 03 December, 2020
Us News
- Universities:
- 1999
- Published:
- 13 September, 2020
- Universities:
- 1499
- Published:
- 19 October, 2020
Wallstreet Journal USA & THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Universities:
- 797
- Published:
- 14 September, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings:
- Outcomes 40% (employability)
Resources 30%
Engagement 20% (teaching)
Environment 10% (diversity)
Washington Monthly
- Universities:
- 389
- Published:
- 31 August, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -National Universities:
- Social Mobility 33.33%
Research 33.33%
Community and National Service 33.33%
Webometrics
- Universities:
- 24005
- Published:
- 01 January, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities:
- Visibility 50%
Excellence 35%
Transparency 10%
Presence 5%