We’re looking forward to seeing you at your campus tour! Here are your next steps to prepare for your visit.

Your Visit Checklist

Plan Your Visit

If you are attending an On Campus event, plan your visit to PSU with our resources for accommodations and getting to campus. There are many hotels near PSU, and some provide discounted rates for our visitors, including our very own University Place Hotel. We encourage the use of public transportation to get to PSU. We also provide free parking for our visitors, details about parking will be provided via email prior to your visit.

Take the Virtual Tour

Experience Portland State University from the comfort of your own home through our dynamic virtual tour.

Review Your Admitted Student Checklist

Go to your checklist for admitted students to set up your student account, check your PSU email account for important messages, and confirm your enrollment. You’ll also learn more about student housing, financial aid, and orientation.

Explore Programs

We offer 90 majors, that’s a lot! If you know what you want to study, learn more about the program so you can ask questions, and if you aren’t sure, take a look at our program list. Many students are undecided about their majors and about 2/3 change their major, we’re here to help you make a decision.

Explore Housing Options

While no one is required to live on campus, approximately 2,000 students live in our residence halls. Students have 7 residential options to choose from, and they range from studios to furnished and unfurnished apartments.

Learn About Managing Your Financial Aid

Once you have accepted your financial aid offer you have responsibilities and rights associated with your aid. We’re here to help you and financial aid representatives will be available to answer questions at your event.