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Portland state university has a beautiful campus in the center of the city. Their library has a vast collection of research materials for a variety of subjects with a coffee shop inside (very important for studying). The classes themselves are well structured around each department. The mathematic department has great professors that will take the extra time to review material needed. The history professors are the same way for the most part. There The culture welcomes change, feedback, and study... Read More groups! Would recommend going there after getting associtate credits with PCC.

I graduated during the pandemic, which really impacted my last quarter in the program. I'm not going to focus as much on that, just because I don't think it's a normal circumstance and may not be reflective of the program. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend the MSW program to anyone and would recommend exploring other options. I was consistently disappointed every quarter with the class options, and a lot lacked a focus in social justice within the curriculum (which I think is a key part of doing social... Read More work). As someone that took time off to work before returning to get my MSW, most of the classes felt repetitive and didn't offer much new information besides a focus on theory. As for the practicum and internship options, I felt like the options I had were limited and left me in a position I wasn't interested in. Even in the Children, Youth, and Families concentration I felt there was a large focus on therapy (which is fine) but that my practicum and the options I'd been provided were not clinical or therapy based. This led to a disconnect between my internship experience and what I was learning from class, and also left me confused about what I wanted to do because I had never been interested in going into therapy or clinical services. I felt like the clinical/therapy route was pushed throughout the program and left me feeling lost upon graduation because I then was lacking therapy experience but being told that was what I 'should be' pursuing. Maybe if you wanted to do therapy, that would be a better focus, but I didn't feel like my concentration allowed for a broad exploration of the many roles you can have with children, youth, and families. Overall, I have left this program feeling disappointed and unprepared for employment. Paired with the pandemic, I've never felt so unsure about even continuing in social work, and unfortunately a lot of that came from my program experience and where it has left me. Please consider what you really want to be doing and explore other options, the price is better than other places, but I was hoping for experience vs paying for a piece of paper regardless of skill. Good luck.

There are a few great instructors, a lot of average instructors and a few honestly terrible ones. The level of instruction is geared toward someone with no background in psychology or social services and much of it doesn't seem to be at a graduate school level. There are some great internship placements but far more mediocre placements. It seems like they take too many students in the program to find social work field placements for all of them in the area. Despite all of these things it is still... Read More pretty expensive. I would not recommend it unless you live in the area and can't move.

PSU is a mess. Right as I came to graduatate, they applied my final course as a general elective - it should have applied towards what they call Clusters. In the degree audit, the course specifically is listed as applying. Despite their own audit stating the credit applied, they delayed my graduation and made me petition to have the course apply. I am still dealing with this. I know of 6 other people in my circle of peers that had this exact experience as well. I do not recommend this school. Beyond... Read More this issue, the professors in most departments are subpar and it’s very clear the professors from several departments are doing the bare minimum that they have to per course because despite tuition continuing to skyrocket, the university pays many of the professors less than what I make in my entry level tech job.

Portland States theater program is small and intimate. It has amazing mentors that will get to know your person and help you obtain your visions both educational and personal, for they are interrelated. You will have small class sizes and be able to learn and move and create in an environment that is equitable and non judge mental. The ego here is basically non existent. It was also a wonderful experience to have colleagues that were a variety of ages from 18 to 55 in my classes. This allowed a beautiful... Read More peer to peer mentorship. The building is newly renovated and amazing, you have 4 theaters surrounding you in less than 1 mile radius. You are in the heart of the creative hub in Portland. It makes you able to see yourself succeeding and finding work even while you are in school. It is a program that feels more independent as it is an inner city school, campus is gorgeous with the park blocks around you and lots of culture, but it inst a traditional college experience. Its for the driven, the creative and the ones who are open to connect with their city and college. Its wonderful as there isnt much culture shock, you can picture your life flowing from university to your own very easily and this is extremely healthy and a plus to be able to successfully transition your life from school to your vision and passion in the field.

My time at Portland State University was amazing. I began taking classes on campus, as I had a job that allowed me to work during the day, and take classes in the afternoon and evening. All of the resources available on campus made for my time there very enjoyable. The atmosphere on campus is very relaxing, and allows students to learn in an environment that is comfortable and supportive. The staff at PSU was phenomenal. Any and every questions or concerns I may have had were answered in a timely... Read More manner, and gave me a sense of relief. The online campus was even more amazing. As a husband and father, the last year of my degree I had to complete online, because of my hectic schedule. The online portal was so easy to navigate and use. I definitely wouldnt have been able to finish my degree without the online program. It allowed for me to work, and provide for my family, while being able to complete my degree without any extra burdens. I highly recommend anyone to attend Portland State, as all of my experiences were top notch. I am very fortunate to have chosen to pursue my degree at Portland State, and wish anyone the best of luck in their pursuits of a higher education there.

I loved my time at Portland State University. The location of the school sits in northern Portland on the park blocks. The campus has a great combination of academic and city life. I spent most of my time in the library studying, which is a tall building with a fantastic view and plenty of quiet places to work. I really enjoyed the quality of instructors in the departments I was a part of. They were well rounded instructors with insightful career histories that were inspirational to model after.... Read More I majored in Anthropology and minored in philosophy. Both departments offered support in all areas of my education. It should be noted that I was a transfer student and same in after studying at community college for two years. Portland State University made the transfer very easy, there was sperate orientation days for transfer students to give us only the information a transfer student would need. The school would find a way to make sure most, if not all, of my credits transferred in. there were plenty of additional resources for students that may need it. There was a career center, writing center, women resource center, etc. the ones listed are more of the ones I utilized, but there were lots more. There were plenty of nonacademic activities that are fun to participate in, sports, parties, clubs, etc. I had chosen this school because it was close by to where Iived and it was easy to commute to. I am happy with the time I spent there and look back on my memories with fondness.

Receiving my bachelors of science at Portland State University was a pleasure and I was lucky to be able to do so. The university requires you to take University studies courses throughout your four years at the university, which I found helpful as a means of increasing your knowledge around different subjects that were't related to your major, but did not make financial sense when you had to pay for courses that weren't required for your major. Overall, PSU was a great school and I'd encourage out... Read More of state students to gain residency or taking core classes at Portland Community College to avoid the detrimental costs associated with out of state tuition at the university.

Portland State University is a great school to attend if you like the feeling of being in the city and in the hustle and bustle of life. Centered in downtown, it has a beautiful outdoor area that still allows you to feel like you're in nature and find some piece and quiet. The professors here are well educated and dedicated to making sure you learn as much as possible. Even though the buildings are kind of old, PSU continually makes improvements to keep technology up-to-date. I would highly recommend... Read More PSU to any student looking at colleges in Oregon!

I am currently a freshman attending PSU and it had been quite a big change of pace. I moved from a town of about 1,200 people into downtown Portland to attend here and I was a bit overwhelmed at first. But after living in the city for over a month it really grows on you and you find yourself navigating with ease. The schooling is great with most classes being of a small size, maximizing student/teacher interaction. Overall I have enjoyed my time at PSU but I would only recommend PSU to those serious... Read More about their degrees and who enjoy city life.