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Multnomah University

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world rank  5318

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Overview

Founded in 1936, the Multnomah University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Portland (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Oregon. This institution also has a branch campus in Reno and Anchorage. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Multnomah University (MU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Multnomah University (MU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 89-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Multnomah University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Multnomah University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Multnomah University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Multnomah University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym MU
Founded 1936
Motto If it's Bible you want, then you want Multnomah!
Colours Hunter green and Refiner's gold
Mascot Lions
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University Location

Address 8435 NE Glisan Street
Portland
97220 Oregon
United States
Multnomah University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Multnomah University Phone Number (503) 255 0332
Multnomah University Fax Number (503) 254 1268
Other locations Reno and Anchorage

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Multnomah University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Multnomah University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Multnomah University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Multnomah University.



Multnomah University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Multnomah University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Multnomah University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 50-59% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Multnomah University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Multnomah University's Admission Office Admission Office

8435 Northeast Glisan Street
Portland 97220-5898
(503) 255 0332
800 275 4672

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Multnomah University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Multnomah University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Multnomah University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Multnomah University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Multnomah University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Multnomah University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Multnomah University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Multnomah University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Multnomah University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Multnomah University's Library
Multnomah University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 103,045 physical volumes, 1,774 physical media and 84 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Multnomah University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Multnomah University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Multnomah University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 219 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Multnomah University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Multnomah University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Multnomah University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Multnomah University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Multnomah University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Multnomah University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Multnomah University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Multnomah University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Multnomah University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1937


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Multnomah University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE)
  • Association of Theological Schools (ATS)
  • Oregon Department of Education
  • Nevada Department of Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Multnomah University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Multnomah University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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