Cheapest Geography and Cartography Colleges in Oregon

Portland State University offers Oregon's most affordable Geography and Cartography program at $12,932 net cost, nearly $9,000 less than the University of Oregon's $21,782. This significant price gap reflects Oregon's varied public education market, where geography graduates earn between $29,685 and $37,568 annually. The state's growing geospatial technology sector, anchored by companies like Intel and Nike's mapping operations, creates steady demand for cartography skills across Portland's tech corridor.

Programs

$12,932 – $21,782

Net Price Range

$34,856

Avg. Program Earnings

55.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Geography and Cartography Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Portland State University Portland, Oregon	$12,932	$11,238	53.1%	93.1%
2	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470	$12,093	44.2%	88.0%
3	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, Oregon	$17,722	$12,594	51.2%	79.0%
4	Western Oregon University Monmouth, Oregon	$18,290	$11,025	44.8%	83.4%
5	Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon	$19,568	$13,494	70.6%	82.5%
6	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the nearly $9,000 cost difference between Oregon's cheapest and most expensive geography programs?

Portland State's urban mission keeps net costs at $12,932 while the University of Oregon charges $21,782, reflecting different funding models and campus amenities. Despite this price gap, graduation rates vary significantly, with Oregon's flagship achieving 71.5% compared to Portland State's 53.1%.

How do graduation rates compare across Oregon's geography programs?

The University of Oregon leads with 71.5% graduation rates, followed closely by Oregon State at 70.6%. Portland State, despite offering the lowest costs, has the lowest completion rate at 53.1%, while mid-tier schools like Western Oregon and Southern Oregon hover around 44%.

Where do Oregon geography graduates typically find employment after college?

Oregon State graduates command the highest salaries at $37,568, benefiting from the university's research connections and proximity to tech companies. Portland State graduates earn $29,685 despite the program's affordability, often finding positions in urban planning and GIS roles throughout the Portland metropolitan area.

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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.