Colleges in Oregon

There are 44 accredited colleges and universities in Oregon. They admit an average of 82% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $18,480 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.

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Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Top Colleges in Oregon

The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Oregon. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.

UniversityLocationAcceptance Rate
Reed CollegePortland, OR27%
Willamette UniversitySalem, OR79%
Lewis & Clark CollegePortland, OR74%
University of OregonEugene, OR85%
Bushnell UniversityEugene, OR66%
University of PortlandPortland, OR95%
George Fox UniversityNewberg, OR96%
Pacific UniversityForest Grove, OR92%
Oregon Institute of TechnologyKlamath Falls, OR92%
Multnomah UniversityPortland, OR50%
Western Oregon UniversityMonmouth, OR99%
Warner Pacific UniversityPortland, OR58%
New Hope Christian College-EugeneEugene, OR66%
Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate StudiesPortland, OR67%
Oregon State University-Cascades CampusBend, OR68%
Pacific Northwest College of ArtPortland, OR68%
Oregon State UniversityCorvallis, OR79%
Southern Oregon UniversityAshland, OR83%
Linfield UniversityMcMinnville, OR88%
Corban UniversitySalem, OR90%
Portland State UniversityPortland, OR91%
Pacific Bible CollegeMedford, OR93%
Eastern Oregon UniversityLa Grande, OR99%
Mount Angel SeminarySaint Benedict, OR100%
Western SeminaryPortland, OR83%
Oregon Health & Science UniversityPortland, OR94%
Rogue Community CollegeGrants Pass, OR
Oregon College of Oriental MedicinePortland, OR94%
Mt Hood Community CollegeGresham, OR100%
Lane Community CollegeEugene, OR96%

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Most Affordable Colleges in Oregon

Universities in Oregon with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).

UniversityLocationAvg Net Price
Tillamook Bay Community CollegeTillamook, OR$5,405
Oregon Coast Community CollegeNewport, OR$7,666
Mt Hood Community CollegeGresham, OR$7,821
Clackamas Community CollegeOregon City, OR$7,855
Chemeketa Community CollegeSalem, OR$8,200
Southwestern Oregon Community CollegeCoos Bay, OR$8,527
Lane Community CollegeEugene, OR$9,123
Portland State UniversityPortland, OR$9,552
Portland Community CollegePortland, OR$10,405
Columbia Gorge Community CollegeThe Dalles, OR$10,416
Clatsop Community CollegeAstoria, OR$10,548
Rogue Community CollegeGrants Pass, OR$11,042

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many colleges are in Oregon?

There are 44 accredited colleges and universities in Oregon in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 82% of applicants and cost about $18,480 per year after aid.

What is the best college in Oregon?

Reed College is the highest nationally ranked university in Oregon. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 44 Oregon colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.

What is the average cost of college in Oregon?

The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Oregon is about $18,480 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.

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