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SAT University Admissions Guide
Also known as: PSU
Public school in Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Founded in 1946 as the Vanport Extension Center and re-established as PSU in 1969, the university is classified among R1 institutions for very high research activity and offers more than 200 degree programs through its Colleges of Engineering, Business, Urban & Public Affairs, and more. Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, PSU emphasizes community engagement, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research, with its 50-acre campus comprising the University District, South Park Blocks, and state-of-the-art facilities such as the Student Recreation Center. The university maintains partnerships with local industry, government, and nonprofits to advance urban innovation and student success.
SAT Scores are optional
This university has a test-optional policy.
PSU has adopted a test-optional policy for undergraduate admission; applicants may choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores, which if provided are considered as supplemental information in a holistic review but are not required or used as the primary basis for admission. Alternative placement through high school coursework, placement assessments, or English proficiency exams is available, especially for international applicants.
Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.
Portland, Oregon, United States of America
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Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Lewis & Clark College is a private nonprofit liberal arts college in Portland, Oregon, founded in 1867 and known for its small class sizes and experiential learning environment.
Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Established in 1956, National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) is a private nonprofit institution in Portland, Oregon, dedicated to naturopathic and integrative health education.
Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) was a private nonprofit graduate institution in Portland, Oregon, specializing in master’s and doctoral degrees in acupuncture and Oriental medicine.
Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is Oregon’s only public academic health center in Portland, offering professional and graduate programs in medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, and allied health, coupled with high research activity.
Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) is a private nonprofit art and design college in Portland, Oregon, and part of Willamette University since 2021.
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