D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
1/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Western States

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Portland, Oregon 97213
ℹ️
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
C
50/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

979
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
N/A
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Western States, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$27,382
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,840
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

Earnings rank: 1st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 University of Western States

Median pay of master'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
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences$60,446$70,189-14%#10 of 17#12—
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$36,971$61,497-1%#74 of 165#88$41,000
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services$49,575$55,740-10%#31 of 33#30$39,394

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 University of Western States Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $553,940
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,679/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97206 (3.3% cap, Portland)

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🏆 Where University of Western States Ranks

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

🥉
Performance and Sport Psychology
of 4 schools
#10
Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist
of 12 schools
#13
Chiropractic
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

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

Student Demographics

979
Total Students
67%
Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 4%
Black 5%
Asian 4%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 25%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 42%
Fully Online 58%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Western States?
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 University of Western States?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at University of Western States?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is University of Western States a good school?
University of Western States has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): 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 University of Western States?
University of Western States has a total enrollment of 979 students.

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