Education at University of Portland
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Portland graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Portland graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 30th percentile of all education masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Portland | $51,984 | $51,536 | — | — |
| Southern Oregon University | $56,157 | $54,786 | — | — |
| George Fox University | $55,425 | $68,346 | — | — |
| Portland State University | $50,274 | $55,482 | — | — |
| Oregon State University | $49,928 | — | — | — |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $49,928 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $12,093 | $56,157 | — |
| George Fox University Newberg | $40,940 | $55,425 | — |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $50,274 | — |
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $13,494 | $49,928 | — |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $49,928 | — |
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 University of Portland, approximately 19% 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.