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Portland is an area known to have one of the most temperate climates of the northwest, and its location offers an abundance of recreational opportunities. You'll find and environment that is creative and culturally diverse. There are a large number of educational institutions to choose from and, once you graduate, there are plenty of companies in the area looking to hire new talent...to learn more, check out our Guide to Portland Colleges & Universities.
What's Your Interest? Find Schools/Colleges by Subject
Advertising - Media Arts, Advertising, Business...
Art - Calligraphy, Cartooning, Paper Making...
Broadcasting - Programs, broadcasting degrees...
Business - Operations, Logistics, Accounting...
Computer/IT - A+, Animation, Game Design, CAD...
Cosmetology - Cosmetology Schools & Programs...
Culinary - Find a cooking / chef school or program...
Dental - Earn a degree in dental medicine...
Engineering - Engineering Schools & Programs...
Environmental - Earn your environmental degree or cert....
Fashion - Fashion technology, footwear design degrees...
Film & Video - Video & Film Art, Directing, Merchandising...
Graphic Design - Design graphic art programs...
Health/Medical - MD, PhD, Associate's degrees...
Interior Design - Earn your degree in architecture...
Language - Degrees in Romance languages, Slavic...
Law - Environmental law, tax law, marital law...
Nursing - Become a nurse educator, nurse practicioner...
Performing Arts - Learn how to act, sing, entertain...
Photography - Video and film production, photography...
Psychology - Therapist classes, psychology degrees...
Veterinary - Veterinary Schools & Programs...
Portland Education Highlights
  • City is the largest in the state of Oregon
  • Has an average student-teacher ratio (17:1)
  • 85.7% of residents over 25 years have a high school degree or higher
  • Internship opportunities are good due to a diverse job market
  • Young population with average of 35.2 years
  • 50:50 split of males to females
  • Area has plenty of recreational & cultural opportunities
  • Very diverse population, both ethnically and racially
  • Students generally meet or exceed the state standards in reading & mathematics
  • Ranks in top 50% nationally for number of colleges & universities in area
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Graduate SchoolsColleges & Universities Trade/Vocational SchoolsPre-Schools Parenting/Birthing ClassesK-12 Public SchoolsK-12 Private Schools

Career Education in Portland

The Art Institute of Portland

The Art Institute of Portland offers programs which match your creative interests including: advertising, digital media production, fashion design/apparel design, graphic design, interior design, interactive media design, and media arts & animation.
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Le Cordon Bleu

Western Culinary Institute’s programs in Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management, and Patisserie & Baking offer hands-on training and prestigious Le Cordon Bleu designations, providing students an extra edge in the job market.
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University of Phoenix

At the University of Phoenix, careers in business, nursing, information technology, and teaching are right at your fingertips. Study at one of the school's 190 locations or online for bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees that can start or advance a successful career. Find out more today!

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