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Warner Pacific University achieves an 82.1% graduation rate while accepting nearly three-quarters of applicants, making it Oregon's most selective accessible institution. The state's 19 easy-admission colleges span from Portland State's $12,932 net cost to University of Portland's $36,371, with acceptance rates reaching 100% at Sumner College. Oregon Institute of Technology graduates earn $72,273 annually, reflecting the state's tech-driven economy anchored by Intel and Nike. These schools serve over 90,000 students across varied regions, from Corvallis agriculture programs feeding into the state's food processing sector to Portland institutions connecting students with the city's healthcare and technology employers. The Oregon Opportunity Grant helps reduce costs further, particularly benefiting the 13,619 students at Portland State who gain access to internships with major regional employers. Eastern Oregon University's 98.5% acceptance rate opens doors in rural communities, while Oregon State's Cascades campus in Bend serves the growing central Oregon economy. Graduation rates vary significantly, from Eastern Oregon's 36.6% to Warner Pacific's 82.1%, often correlating with institutional support systems and student preparation levels rather than admission selectivity.
19
Schools
$23,707
Avg. Net Price
$58,103
Avg. Earnings
60.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

Easy Admission Colleges in Oregon

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# School Acceptance Rate Enrollment Net Price Graduation Rate
1 100.0% 514 $28,309 78.9%
2 100.0% 28 33.3%
3 98.5% 2,201 $15,987 36.6%
4 94.5% 412 $40,846 45.7%
5 93.1% 13,619 $12,932 53.1%
6 92.6% 2,913 $16,391 59.1%
7 92.5% 3,104 $36,371 80.4%
8 92.3% 1,556 $35,350 64.8%
9 91.8% 186 $22,887 69.7%
10 91.7% 2,505 $29,981 68.7%
11 91.7% 810 $24,016
12 88.7% 1,642 $27,341 65.2%
13 88.0% 2,911 $16,470 44.2%
14 86.3% 19,758 $21,782 71.5%
15 83.4% 3,211 $18,290 44.8%
16 82.5% 29,557 $19,568 70.6%
17 80.6% 1,525 $23,663 72.7%
18 79.0% 1,054 $17,722 51.2%
19 72.3% 344 $18,818 82.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Oregon Institute of Technology graduates earn $72,273 annually?

Oregon Tech focuses on applied engineering and technology programs that align directly with Intel's semiconductor operations and Nike's innovation labs. The school's 59.1% graduation rate produces skilled workers for Oregon's $4 billion tech sector, with many graduates securing positions at Intel's Hillsboro campuses and other major regional technology employers.

How does Portland State's $12,932 net cost compare statewide?

Portland State offers the lowest net cost among Oregon's accessible colleges, nearly $3,400 less than Eastern Oregon University at $15,987. This affordability serves 13,619 students in Oregon's largest city, where internship and job opportunities with Nike, Intel, and Providence Health offset the higher living costs.

Is Warner Pacific's 82.1% graduation rate typical for high-acceptance schools?

Warner Pacific significantly outperforms most accessible Oregon colleges, with its 82.1% graduation rate nearly doubling Eastern Oregon's 36.6%. Despite accepting 72.3% of applicants, the small Portland university's 344 students benefit from personalized attention and strong support systems that drive completion rates.

Does Oregon State University maintain quality with 82.5% acceptance?

Oregon State accepts over four-fifths of applicants while maintaining a 70.6% graduation rate and producing graduates earning $64,010 annually. The Corvallis campus serves 29,557 students with strong connections to Oregon's agriculture, forestry, and engineering sectors, particularly benefiting from state research funding and industry partnerships.

Where do University of Portland's $82,804-earning graduates typically work?

University of Portland graduates achieve the highest earnings among Oregon's accessible colleges, often securing positions with Nike's global headquarters, Intel's engineering divisions, and Portland's growing healthcare sector. The school's 92.5% acceptance rate and $36,371 net cost reflect its strong regional employer relationships and career placement services.

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