by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at Portland State University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #5 out of 5 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Portland State University as a strong choice for music, placing at #390 out of 416 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Schools | 390 of 416 |
| Best Music Schools in Oregon | 6 of 6 |
The following degree levels are granted in music at Portland State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 18 |
| Master’s | 9 |
During the most recent reporting year, Portland State University awarded 18 bachelor’s degrees in music.
Portland State University ranks competitively among schools offering music at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #5 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Oregon | 5 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region | 52 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 340 |
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Portland State University, music graduates take on a median debt of $27,846 in student loans. This is higher than $26,475, the typical median for all majors at Portland State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,685 | $27,132 |
| Fees | $2,004 | $2,004 |
Read more about Portland State University tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 28% of music bachelor’s degrees went to men and 72% went to women.
The majority of music bachelor’s degree graduates at Portland State University were White. Roughly 72% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Portland State University with a bachelor’s in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Portland State University granted 9 bachelor’s completions in music performance, general in the most recent reporting year — 67% to women and 33% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (67%).
Portland State University granted 5 bachelor’s degrees in voice and opera in the latest year of data — 100% to women and 0% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (60%).
Portland State University awarded 4 bachelor’s degrees in music theory and composition recently — 50% to women and 50% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (100%).
Graduate study is also available at Portland State University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Music | 9 |