Willamette University’s footprint in the Pacific Northwest goes well beyond our capital-region campus. We offer academic programs and experiential experiences in Portland.
721 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Willamette's Graduate and Professional Center is located on the second floor of the Ecotrust Building, also known as the Natural Capital Center. The Center houses Willamette’s part-time evening MBA program and our Master’s program in Data Science.
511 NW Broadway, Portland, OR 97209
Pacific Northwest College of Art houses both its undergraduate and graduate programs within this building. Take art and design courses from the BFA program or the MA and MFA programs within this space.
2139 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR 97227
The Glass Building is home to studio space for students at Pacific Northwest College of Art. Students might take sculpture courses here and travel to and from the Glass Building to the PNCA campus.
From the downtown city skyline to serene parks and from famous bookstores and doughnut shops, there’s so much to see and do.
Divided into six “quadrants,” Portland is home to about 90 distinct neighborhoods. Our programs are based in the Pearl District.
Music fans and foodies will delight in all that Portland has to offer. Restaurants, lounges, clubs, theaters, and music venues of all kinds dot our streets.
Urban exploring in Portland also means uncovering parks, gardens and trails. A short drive away, you’ll find sprawling forests, stunning waterfalls, and snowcapped peaks.
PNCA is the front porch of Portland’s art scene. Across the city you’ll find public art installations, galleries, street performers, bookshops, maker markets and more.
Willamette has a strong presence in Portland, from full-time art and design programs to part-time and evening master’s degrees. With a thriving arts scene, innovative spirit, and welcoming business community, Portland is an excellent choice to start or continue your education.
Open doors to career advancement with a flexible, convenient MBA program. We’ll even cover dinner for your class nights.
Earn a degree in one of the fastest-growing, most in-demand fields in a program designed for working professionals.
Earn a Fine Arts degree in a city that embraces art and design.
Earn a degree in one of the fastest-growing, most in-demand fields in a program designed for working professionals.
Attend intensive residencies on campus while working and living in another location.
Ecofriendly. Walkable. Bikeable. There’s a lot to love about Portland.
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