C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
97/100 · earnings-weighted

Oregon Health & Science University

4-Year Public
📍 Portland, Oregon 97239
🌐 www.ohsu.edu/
Oregon Health & Science University — tuition $15,336 in-state, $28,116 out-of-state
Oregon Health & Science University — tuition $15,336 in-state, $28,116 out-of-state
Oregon Health & Science University campus, Portland, OR
Oregon Health & Science University campus, Portland, OR. Photo: Cacophony, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,877
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Oregon Health & Science University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$101,028
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$99,818
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,625
Median debt at graduation
28.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 16% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 97th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Oregon Health & Science University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$92,371$104,592+18%#98 of 966#79$16,625

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Oregon Health & Science University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $605,191
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,891/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97209 (3.9% cap, Portland)

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🏆 Where Oregon Health & Science University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#14
Medical Science/Scientist
of 16 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $15,336 $28,116

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,877
Total Students
69%
Women
37%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 14%
Black 3%
Asian 13%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 61%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 37%
25-64 (Adult) 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oregon Health & Science University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Oregon Health & Science University?
Tuition at Oregon Health & Science University is $15,336 for in-state students and $28,116 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Oregon Health & Science University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Oregon Health & Science University a good school?
Oregon Health & Science University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Oregon Health & Science University?
Oregon Health & Science University has a total enrollment of 2,877 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology