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Sumner College

Portland, OR·For-Profit·sumnercollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Sumner College is a small private for-profit college in Portland, OR. Approximately 532 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 89% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 43 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Sumner College is a small private for-profit college in Portland, OR. Approximately 532 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 89% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 43 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

89%
Acceptance Rate
18 applications
Test Optional
Test Policy
No test scores required
N/A
In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Room & Board
532
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
88%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics
Selectivity89% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

66 miles

Rockaway Beach, OR

Ski Access

43 miles

Mt. Hood Skibowl

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Ski Town

43 mi away
960 skiable acres10 lifts
44 mi away
1,415 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, OR

Ocean access within 66.4 miles

66 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Portland, OR

42°Jan44°Feb48°Mar53°Apr59°May64°Jun70°Jul71°Aug65°Sep56°Oct47°Nov42°Dec

Station: PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

81/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10035100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
35/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

App Fee: $50

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

6 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
135 grads/yr$71,865
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
69 grads/yr$105,785
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
19 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's
12 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's69 grads$105,785
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate135 grads$71,865
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate19 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's12 grads
Legal Support Services
Associate's
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sumner College located?

Sumner College is located in Portland, OR. The main campus address is 8338 NE Alderwood Road Ste 100, Portland, OR. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Sumner College?

Sumner College has an acceptance rate of 89%, making it accessible. Out of 18 applicants, 16 were admitted in the most recent year. 532 students enrolled.

What is the application fee for Sumner College?

The undergraduate application fee at Sumner College is $50. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Is Sumner College the right fit for me?

Whether Sumner College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (89% admit rate), cost and financial aid, campus culture in Portland, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Sumner College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Sumner College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Portland, OR
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
App Fee
$50
On Campus Safety Score
81/100
Nearest Airport
Portland, OR (PDX) · 1 mialso TTD (9 mi), HIO (18 mi)

Location

Portland, OR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.