2025 Cheapest Oregon Colleges

Choosing a college in Oregon doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. While many colleges in Oregon are known for their high tuition costs, there are also plenty of affordable options available. This guide highlights the most budget-friendly colleges in Oregon , focusing on tuition and fees for the 2024-2025 academic year, so you can plan for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year with confidence.

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 17 four-year Oregon Colleges with the Lowest Tuition & Fees is $41,829, reflecting a 4.03% increase compared to the previous year.

University of Western States ranks as the least expensive Oregon colleges. With tuition and fees at just $15,534, University of Western States offers an affordable education without compromising on quality. It is an excellent choice for students seeking value in their college experience.

Close behind are Eastern Oregon University at$24,729 and Portland State University at$29,136 both consistently recognized among the Oregon Colleges with the Lowest Tuition & Fees, providing quality education at a fraction of the cost of many other colleges.

At these Affordable Oregon Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 88.49%, and the average SAT score is 1,245, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Oregon Colleges With The Lowest Tuition & Fees

Table. Oregon Colleges With The Lowest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Western States Portland, ORPrivate, 4-year $15,534
$4,534		$16,134
$4,984		-959--7 to 1
2
-		Eastern Oregon University La Grande, ORPublic, 4-year $24,729
($11,184)
$349		$19,332
($19,332)
$583		98.31%2,894-43.00%14 to 1
3
-		Portland State University Portland, ORPublic, 4-year $29,136
($11,118)
$879		$23,334
($17,745)
$1,359		90.87%19,951-53.00%17 to 1
4
-		Multnomah University Portland, ORPrivate, 4-year $30,310
-		$14,920
-		-532-51.00%10 to 1
5
-		Southern Oregon University Ashland, ORPublic, 4-year $31,887
($12,762)
$1,164		$20,601
($17,874)
$822		88.62%5,113-43.00%23 to 1
6
-		Western Oregon University Monmouth, ORPublic, 4-year $32,169
($11,514)
$1,434		$19,452
($19,452)
$867		98.10%3,722-47.00%13 to 1
7
-		Bushnell University Eugene, ORPrivate, 4-year $35,800
$1,060		$18,040
$580		67.28%761-56.00%12 to 1
8
1		Corban University Salem, ORPrivate, 4-year $37,963
$755		$9,640
$152		93.90%1,029-61.00%17 to 1
9
1		Oregon State University Corvallis, ORPublic, 4-year $38,190
($14,400)
$2,526		$33,351
($16,206)
$1,653		77.30%37,1631,29070.00%18 to 1
10
-		George Fox University Newberg, ORPrivate, 4-year $41,320
$380		$15,920
$272		93.51%4,9161,20072.00%17 to 1
Average$31,704
($12,196)		$19,072
($18,122)		88.49%7,7041,24555.11%15 to 1