Everest College
425 Sw Washington, Portland, OR, 97204-0229 - View a map of this school Map
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Our mission is to provide men and women of all ages with the practical skills, education and training needed to excel in their chosen fields. The Portland campus thus provides an invaluable and timely service to society by preparing candidates to meet and exceed existing needs in the employment arena. We are totally committed to this objective and to the success of our students.


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  Everest College Community College Avg.
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County Multnomah County, OR -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Private, for profit Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 419 students 1,000 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 408 students 1,410 students
Total Enrollment 827 students 2,175 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 79% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 59% 47%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,095 $2,810
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 1% 11%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $5,304 $1,117
% Students Receiving Loans 75% 37%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,972 $3,048
School Notes:
  • The Portland campus of Everest College was established in 1955. A leader right from the start, we are proud to have been the first college in Oregon to offer data processing skills as well as hands-on classroom training with actual computer equipment. In late 2005, the campus changed its name from Western Business College. This change reflected the diverse selection of fields offered beyond Business including Medical, Criminal Justice, and Travel.
  • Some notable features of the Portland campus include small class sizes that average from 20 to 25 students, access to the Multnomah County Library, reference library and an extensive laSw library. Usage of available Internet connections, access to 23 high-tech classrooms and a spacious student lounge, which are housed in a six-story building with 26,000 square feet of space.
  • Our programs emphasize real-world training that is tailored to meet the needs of potential employers. The fields of study focus on industries that offer solid, long-term career opportunities for graduates. we maintain a well-defined program philosophy of providing a quality education that emphasizes practical skills; employ a highly skilled and dedicated faculty; and cater to students seeking a strong knowledge base and the experience needed to succeed in their chosen fields.
  • The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas and occupational associate’s degrees. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.
  • Profile last updated:11/08/2007.
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