University of Portland Admission Requirements
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University of Portland Admission Overview
University of Portland admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Portland admitted 89.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (A-) and SAT 1160-1370 / ACT 25-31. University of Portland is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Portland is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Portland Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for University of Portland
Acceptance Rate
The University of Portland acceptance rate is 89.2%. Last year, 7,391 of 8,289 applicants were admitted. That is the 12th lowest acceptance rate in Oregon.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of Portland and can you get accepted?
University of Portland is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
University of Portland typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.66. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Portland GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.66Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.66
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Portland typically have around a 3.66 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. University of Portland is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #8 in Oregon for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Portland SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1160-1370Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 580
- Math 580
- Composite 1160
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 670
- Math 700
- Composite 1370
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Portland typically score around a 1270 SAT (middle 50% 1160–1370) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 85th percentile nationally. University of Portland ranks #5 in the state of Oregon for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1160 to 1370
SAT policy
University of Portland is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1270 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Portland ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
25-31Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
3%25th Percentile Scores
- English 24
- Math 23
- Composite 25
75th Percentile Scores
- English 34
- Math 29
- Composite 31
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of Portland typically have around a 28 ACT (mid-50 25–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 88th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Portland places #4 among colleges in Oregon and #244 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 25 to 31
ACT policy
You may apply to University of Portland without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 28.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Portland and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jan 15, 2027Days left to Apply
137Applicants have 137 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Portland is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of Portland is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 89.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1160-1370); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209825.
GPA calculator: University of Portland GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026