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2027 Best Value Physical Sciences Schools in Oregon

6 Colleges in the United States
$22,930 Avg Student Debt
$64,314 Avg Median Earnings (10yr)
2027 Best Value Physical Sciences Badge [Physical Sciences](/majors/physical-sciences/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.

College Factual analyzed 6 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best value physical sciences schools.

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2027 Best Value Physical Sciences Schools in Oregon

Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in physical sciences, balancing cost against outcomes.

Best Value Physical Sciences Schools

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For return on investment in physical sciences, no school beat Portland State University this year. Located in the city of Portland, Portland State University is a very large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $11,118, compared with $29,136 for out-of-state students. Physical Sciences graduates carry a median of $26,033 in student loans. Soon after graduation, physical sciences degree recipients from Portland State University generally make around $40,819. That is a strong return on a $26,033 median debt. Portland State University admits about 91% of applicants.

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Oregon State University is a great value for students pursuing a degree in physical sciences, landing the #2 spot this year. Located in the city of Corvallis, Oregon State University is a very large public university. Students from in state pay about $14,400 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $38,190. Typical student debt for physical sciences graduates is $23,289. Soon after graduation, physical sciences degree recipients from Oregon State University generally make around $42,735. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 77% of applicants are accepted.

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University Of Oregon is a great value for students pursuing a degree in physical sciences, landing the #3 spot this year. Set in the city of Eugene, University Of Oregon is a very large public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $15,320, with out-of-state students paying around $42,516. Students borrow a median of $22,699 to complete the physical sciences program here. Soon after graduation, physical sciences degree recipients from University Of Oregon generally make around $70,315. Set against $22,699 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Oregon admits about 88% of applicants.

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Students looking for strong value in physical sciences will find it at Willamette University, which ranked #4. Willamette University is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Salem. In-state tuition and fees average $51,156. Students borrow a median of $21,520 to complete the physical sciences program here. Physical Sciences graduates of Willamette University earn a median of $41,892 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 77% of applicants are accepted.

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University Of Portland is a great value for students pursuing a degree in physical sciences, landing the #5 spot this year. Set in the city of Portland, University Of Portland is a mid-sized private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $58,100. Typical student debt for physical sciences graduates is $22,900. Physical Sciences graduates of University Of Portland earn a median of $54,739 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 89% of applicants are accepted.

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Reed College
Portland, OR

Reed College came in at #6 for value in physical sciences this year. Set in the city of Portland, Reed College is a small private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $69,350. Typical student debt for physical sciences graduates is $21,137. Soon after graduation, physical sciences degree recipients from Reed College generally make around $30,588. Set against $21,137 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 25%.

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Notes and References

This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 6 schools evaluated.

*Averages shown above reflect the top 6 ranked schools only.

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