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University of Western States

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world rank  5627

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Overview

University of Western States is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Portland, Oregon, United States. Founded in 1904, University of Western States (UWS) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. UWS provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 122-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UWS also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Western States's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Western States's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Western States' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University of Western States's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UWS
Founded 1904
Motto For the good of the patient
Colours Purple and gold
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Location

Address 8000 NE Tillamook Street
Portland
97213 Oregon
United States
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University of Western States Phone Number (503) 256 3180
University of Western States Fax Number (503) 251 5723
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Western States is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1986


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Council on Chiropractic Education, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Western States as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Western States Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Western States 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 University of Western States's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Western States: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

University of Western States Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Western States Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Western States 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 University of Western States.



University of Western States: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 Not reported 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Western States Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Western States website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Western States Admission Info


University of Western States's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Western States is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Western States's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Western States has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Western States's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately 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

Not reported


University of Western States's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Western States's Admission Office Admission Office

2900 NE 132nd Avenue
Portland 97230
(503) 251 5734
(800) 641 5641

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Western States's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Western States Size and Profile


University of Western States's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Western States has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


University of Western States's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Western States's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


University of Western States's Control Type Control Type

University of Western States is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


University of Western States's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Western States is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Western States's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Western States's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Western States's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Western States adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


University of Western States's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Western States is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Western States Facilities


University of Western States's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Western States's Library
University of Western States'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 8,414 physical volumes, 1,997 physical media, 547 digital/electronic media and 40 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. University of Western States's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Western States's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Western States's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Western States's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

University of Western States Services


University of Western States's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Western States's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Western States'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.


University of Western States's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Western States's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Western States Organisational Structure

The academic structure of University of Western States consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

University of Western States
  • College of Chiropractic
  • College of Graduate Studies
  • College of Undergraduate and Continuing Education

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Western States Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Western States public or private?

University of Western States is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is University of Western States profit or non-profit?

University of Western States is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Western States in terms of enrollment?

University of Western States has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Western States in terms of academic staff?

University of Western States's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is University of Western States a coeducational institution?

University of Western States is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Western States use?

University of Western States adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is University of Western States affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Western States admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Western States's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Western States's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Western States UWS?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Western States UWS located?

University of Western States is located in Portland, Oregon, United States. Address: 8000 NE Tillamook Street.

Is University of Western States UWS accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Western States is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (since 1986).

Does University of Western States offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Western States offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Western States have a university library?

Yes University of Western States'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 8,414 physical volumes, 1,997 physical media, 547 digital/electronic media and 40 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. University of Western States's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does University of Western States provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Western States have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University of Western States offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Western States offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Western States offer 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.

Does University of Western States have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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