University of Portland Top Questions

Describe your favorite campus traditions.

Summer

University of Portland is best known for it's oppurtunities to study abroad, close student-teacher relationships, close-knit environment, and a lot of community service oppurtunities. All the staff and faculty is very supportive when it comes to studying abroad. There are many options to do this, and a lot of majors that go alongside studying abroad. Also, everyone is helpful and encouraging towards one another. There is no where you can go where you won't see a smiling face! Lastly, the way the school gets involved with the community of Portland is impeccable.

Jordan

The University of Portland is best know for its academics; however, I would insist that a close second is the women's soccer team. Academics are so important, that is the reason most attend this university. But, in order to make the most of college, one must also be social and why not do that while watching a soccer game with friends. We have the most students attend games, and each bring a high level of energy that is incomparable to anywhere else!

Jessica

The University of Portland is best known for it's Women's Soccer team, which has produced several Olympic athletes. The emphasis of the team and supporting the team are incredibly important to the University of Portland. The games bring people together and there is quite a body of fans that come to every game. We are also known for our Nursuing and Engineering programs. Both programs are competitive, and only a select number of students are admitted into the Nursing program.

Nicolas

The University of Portland is probably best known for it's womens soccer program. We have one of the best womens soccer teams in the country and our graduates have been a staple of the womens national team for years (Megan Rapinoe, Stephanie Cox, ect.) and the school comes out in full support for the team. We have topped womens collegiate soccer attendance records for multiple straight years, and our dedicated fans make Merlo Field a great soccer environment and a very difficult place for the opposition to play.

Kerrie

Besides our wonderful Salzburg program and the heavy ROTC presence, I would say we're best known for our teachers. I have yet to have a teacher who didn't enjoy teaching everyday and who wasn't truly gifted at it. I don't expect to encounter one. Every teacher I've had at UP so far has cared immensely about his or her students and put all of his or her time and effort into bettering the classroom environment. I really appreciate that.

Johanna

The University of Portland is well known for its academic excellence. It is also well know for its athletic accomplishments—especially the feminine soccer team. University of Portland thrives to form students with strong academic, personal and spiritual skills that help them achieve their goals.

Sara

The University of Portland is best known for it's four year graduation statistic. The University of Portland is all about making sure that you know what you want to do early on and planning the best course of action to get your degree in only four years. The University of Portland is also known for it's Education and Engineering programs that they offer. These programs are some of the best that you could be a part of.

Stephanie

University is best known for it's friendly, close knit enviroment. Classes are small so there is no problem getting to know people quickly, and there is always a familiar face around campus. The religious affliation connects and bonds students in a whole new way. Teacher's care about your future and are always there for their students, because they want them to succeed. University of Portland is best known for it's friendly, welcoming community.

Alexander

Nursing program and womans soccer

Monique

University of Portland is best known for its tight knit community, wholistic educaiton, exquisite staff and faculty, and an unbeatable soccer team. Not to disregard it's prime location on the bluff, reputation for communitiy service, and the multitude of athletic and scholar professionals who went on to win gold medals, awards, and other recognition around the world.