Best Value Accounting and Related Services Colleges in Oregon

Portland State University delivers the state's most affordable accounting education at just $12,932 net cost, making it nearly $24,000 cheaper than the University of Portland's $36,371 annual price tag. Oregon's 14 accounting programs show a clear divide between public and private options, with earnings ranging from $47,846 to $55,464 across all graduates. The state's growing tech corridor and major employers like Nike create steady demand for accounting professionals, particularly in Portland where three of these programs operate. Public universities dominate the value equation, with Oregon State's main campus producing graduates earning $53,567 while maintaining reasonable debt levels at $19,962.

Programs

$12,932 – $36,371

Net Price Range

$51,879

Avg. Program Earnings

61.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

14 Accounting and Related Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Portland State University Portland, Oregon	$12,932	$47,846	$11,238	53.1%	93.1%
2	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, Oregon	$17,722	$53,567	$12,594	51.2%	79.0%
3	Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon	$19,568	$53,567	$13,494	70.6%	82.5%
4	Warner Pacific University Portland, Oregon	$18,818	$50,856	$21,010	82.1%	72.3%
5	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$55,464	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%
6	Linfield University McMinnville, Oregon	$27,341	$49,019	$49,530	65.2%	88.7%
7	George Fox University Newberg, Oregon	$29,981	$52,607	$40,940	68.7%	91.7%
8	University of Portland Portland, Oregon	$36,371	$52,107	$54,900	80.4%	92.5%
9	Eastern Oregon University La Grande, Oregon	$15,987		$10,671	36.6%	98.5%
10	Multnomah University Portland, Oregon	$23,866		$30,310	50.8%	53.4%
11	Bushnell University Eugene, Oregon	$23,520		$34,740	61.8%	66.9%
12	Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, Oregon	$16,391		$12,687	59.1%	92.6%
13	Pacific University Forest Grove, Oregon	$35,350		$54,466	64.8%	92.3%
14	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470		$12,093	44.2%	88.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Portland State University stand out for accounting students?

Portland State offers the lowest net cost at $12,932 while maintaining a 93% acceptance rate. Though graduate earnings average $47,846, the minimal debt burden of $23,000 creates strong long-term value for students entering Oregon's competitive job market.

How do Oregon State's two campuses compare for accounting programs?

Both campuses produce graduates earning $53,567, but the Cascades campus in Bend costs $1,846 less annually at $17,722 net price. The main Corvallis campus maintains a higher graduation rate at 70.6% compared to Bend's 51.2%.

Is private education worth the premium for accounting majors in Oregon?

Private schools cost significantly more, with University of Portland at $36,371 compared to public options under $22,000. However, Warner Pacific achieves an 82% graduation rate, the highest among all programs, though graduates earn $50,856.

Where do accounting graduates earn the most in Oregon?

University of Oregon graduates command the highest salaries at $55,464, despite the program's $21,782 net cost. This represents nearly $8,000 more annually than Portland State graduates, potentially justifying the higher upfront investment.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.