Publishing at Portland State University

Master's Degree

Location: Portland, OR•In-State Tuition: $11,238•Out-of-State Tuition: $30,138•Admission Rate: 91%
Median Earnings (1yr)
$23,449
5th percentile
Sample Size
34
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Portland State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Portland State University graduates earn $23k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all publishing masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon

Publishing masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Portland State University$23,449———
National Median$44,046———

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Portland State University, approximately 40% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.