Portland State University Campus Life: Photos, Videos, Location

Portland State University is an affordable research university in the USA for international students. It was founded in 1946 and is located in Portland, Oregon, United States (one of the most popular cities in the US). PSU is known for offering state-of-the-art facilities and providing its students with an experiential learning environment. Students get to study in a very safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment. Applicants can apply for Portland State University admission to study around 5 courses at UG and PG levels. The table below includes the highlights of the campus of the university

Portland State University Campus Overview

Portland State University is ranked as the best college location in America by Niche and it is home away from home for students. The university has more than 200 student groups and organizations, 10 cultural and resource centers, a health and counseling center, and support services that make the campus life of students very likable.

Some of the perks of studying at the university include entertainment facilities like live music, food carts, restaurants, bookstores, and more. Other amenities such as friendly neighborhoods, scenic walking blocks, availability of public transport, and nearby landmarks and attractions, make Portland State University one of the best study-abroad destinations for international students.

Mentioned below are the On-campus resources available at PSU for students:

• International Students Services;
• Student Unions;
• Student Legal Services;
• Career Services;
• Transportation Facilities;
• Financial Services; and more.

Portland State University Campus Top Courses

International students can pursue around 5 courses at Portland State University. These courses are available at undergraduate and graduate levels in multiple specializations. The Portland State University fees vary from INR 16 L to INR 29 L for first-year. The table below includes the first-year cost of studying at PSU:

Portland State University Athletics

Portland State offers a range of recreation facilities such as sports and clubs, well-being, climbing and hiking, aquatics, personal training, outdoor programs, and several more. When it comes to athletics, the university boasts 15 NCAA Division I sports teams that play in the Big Sky conference. PSU has recently renovated their 3,000-seat Viking Pavilion, which provides a one-of-a-kind game day experience with space for athletics, academics, the arts and community events.

Portland State University Accommodation

Portland State offers a variety of housing options for its international students, as per the availability of rooms and the student's needs. Some of the accommodation options available are:

• Apartment for single students;
• Apartments for married students;
• Coed dorms;
• Cooperative housing;
• Fraternity housing;
• Sorority housing;
• Special housing for international students; and
• Special housing for disabled students.

Portland State University Housing Rates 2025

Listed below are the Portland State University cost of living for international students:

(1 USD = INR 83.88)

Portland State University Transportation

The nearest airport for international students arriving at Portland for their studies at Portland State University is Portland International Airport. Students can contact the FOCUS airport pick-up website for pick-up services from the airport to the university, however, students must make reservations for the same at least a week before arriving. Students must also keep in mind that the FOCUS airport pick-up can cause a little delay or difficulty in scheduling the services during the holidays. Some other transportation facilities available for students to arrive at Portland State University are listed below:

TriMet- TriMet is the regional public transport in Portland. Students can take the MAX Red Line to the Rose Quarter MAX Station. From here, the students can change to the MAX Yellow Line or Green Line train when at arrive at PSU. The duration of the travel is approximately 45 minutes and costs around PLN 2.50 (INR 53).

(1 PLN = 21.24 INR)

Taxi Services: Hiring a taxi cab Is one of the fastest ways to reach PSU. The duration of the Taxi fare from the airport to the university is approx. 20-40 minutes and costs around PLN 40 (INR 849).

Portland State University Campus Safety

Portland State University offers a safe, respectful, and positive environment for the students to thrive, learn, live, work, and achieve their goals. Additionally, the university also has security cameras installed, access cards for students entering the buildings at the university, and officers managing the campus security around the clock.

Check out Portland State University photos and videos below for more Information: