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  • What is the Pell Grant?

    What is the Pell Grant?

    Figuring out how you will pay for college can be stressful and exhausting. There are many funding opportunities, and it’s difficult to determine what you qualify for and how to apply. The Pell Grant, a federally-funded grant, is an excellent source of money for students with high financial need. In order to get the Pell Grant… Read more

  • Admitted Student Questions: Transferring Credits

    Admitted Student Questions: Transferring Credits

    We answered the most popular questions about transferring credits to PSU. Learn more about transferring to PSU and next steps for admitted transfer students. How do I transfer credits to PSU? When you apply to Portland State University, you are required to submit transcripts from all high schools and colleges you attended. We will pair this information with… Read more

  • Eleazar’s Story – Visionary Student Driven to Help Others Succeed

    Eleazar’s Story – Visionary Student Driven to Help Others Succeed

    Going to college is a life-changing, whirlwind experience that shapes the direction of the rest of our lives. Unfortunately though, not everyone has the opportunity to get a bachelor’s degree. It is a tremendous accomplishment to get into college, but so many people believe that being admitted to college is unattainable. Eleazar Olayo Gamez is… Read more

  • The ‘largest’ book collection on campus

    The ‘largest’ book collection on campus

    The Knowledge is a giant mural of books picked from PSU’s library, photographed and enlarged. Read more

  • Admitted Student Questions: Financial Aid

    Admitted Student Questions: Financial Aid

    It probably comes as no surprise that Financial Aid was the most popular topic for admitted students. We’ve answered all 79 of the questions we received during the Admitted Student Webinar on April 15. If you have more questions, take some time to peruse the Financial Aid website or contact the Office of Financial Aid. FINANCIAL AID AWARD… Read more

  • Lincoln Hall, PSU’s oldest building, is rich with creativity

    Lincoln Hall, PSU’s oldest building, is rich with creativity

    Lincoln Hall may be the oldest building on campus, but inside you’ll find a hive of youthful energy and creativity. Home to the School of Film, the School of Music & Theater and the offices of the College of the Arts, its halls are filled with a sensory experience for the eyes and ears. Read more