Cheapest Business/Commerce Colleges in Oregon

Business students in Oregon face a stark divide between public and private options, with costs ranging from $15,987 at Eastern Oregon University to $36,371 at University of Portland. Public universities dominate the affordable end, while graduates enter a state economy anchored by major employers like Nike and Intel. The University of Oregon stands out with the highest graduate earnings at $47,620, despite sitting mid-range in cost at $21,782.

Programs

$15,987 – $36,371

Net Price Range

$42,823

Avg. Program Earnings

57.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Business/Commerce, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Oregon University La Grande, Oregon	$15,987	$10,671	36.6%	98.5%
2	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470	$12,093	44.2%	88.0%
3	Western Oregon University Monmouth, Oregon	$18,290	$11,025	44.8%	83.4%
4	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%
5	Bushnell University Eugene, Oregon	$23,520	$34,740	61.8%	66.9%
6	Linfield University McMinnville, Oregon	$27,341	$49,530	65.2%	88.7%
7	University of Portland Portland, Oregon	$36,371	$54,900	80.4%	92.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Eastern Oregon University the cheapest option for business students?

Eastern Oregon University offers the lowest net cost at $15,987 with a 98.52% acceptance rate, making it accessible for most applicants. However, the school has a 36.60% graduation rate, the lowest among Oregon business programs.

How do University of Oregon graduates compare in earnings to other Oregon business programs?

University of Oregon business graduates earn $47,620 annually, significantly higher than Western Oregon University graduates who earn $36,382. This $11,238 difference helps justify the higher net cost of $21,782 versus $18,290.

Is the graduation rate gap between public and private schools significant?

Private schools show notably higher completion rates, with University of Portland leading at 80.40% compared to public averages around 44%. Bushnell University achieves a 61.80% graduation rate despite its smaller size.

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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.