Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Portland, Oregon |
| Online | multnomah.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Multnomah University sits on an urban 25-acre campus in Portland, Oregon's Montavilla neighborhood, approximately six miles east of downtown. Founded in 1936 as Multnomah School of the Bible, the institution evolved into a private Christian university offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with a continued emphasis on biblical studies and ministry preparation. The university maintains a traditional campus setting with red-brick buildings and tree-lined walkways, featuring residence halls that house the majority of undergraduate students. Multnomah focuses on liberal arts education with a Christian worldview, offering programs in business, education, psychology, and global studies, while biblical and theological studies remain core components of all degree paths. The university competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Multnomah Lions, participating primarily in basketball and soccer.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Multnomah Bible College is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1220 |
| ACT | 16/28 |
| GPA | 3.25 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2026 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $750 |
| Room and Board | $11,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $45,310 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 100% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209287 IPEDS survey data for Multnomah University.
Current students may use the Multnomah University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025