Nursing at University of Portland
If you plan to study Nursing, take a look at what University of Portland. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Portland is located in Portland, OR.
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Studying Online at University of Portland
Online coursework is an option at University of Portland. Among 3,285 students, 12 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 85 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at University of Portland
Rankings can help you compare University of Portland’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #21 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #37 of 224 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #200 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1795 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #21 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #37 of 224 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #200 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1795 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from University of Portland
Those who finish University of Portland’s Nursing program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,660 |
| 2 years | $78,612 |
| 3 years | $85,638 |
| 4 years | $91,757 |
| 5 years | $103,904 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from University of Portland report median earnings of $91,757, compared with $77,634 for all University of Portland graduates — about 18% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from University of Portland comes in at $28,750.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at University of Portland
The Nursing program at University of Portland includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 226 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 4 |
| Geriatric Nursing | 3 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at University of Portland go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.