Most Diverse BSW Colleges in Oregon 2026

5 ranked BSW programs in Oregon

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All 5 Ranked Colleges in Oregon

1
Warner Pacific University

Portland, OR · Private · 378 students

National #58
76.5 / 100
66.6%
Minority Students
Very High
Diversity Level
$20,050
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Warner Pacific University ranks #58 on our diversity list for 2026. While the numbers are modest, some students prioritize other qualities like location, cost, or specific fieldwork opportunities.

66.6% of students come from minority backgrounds, giving you exposure to a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. The gender balance ratio of 0.65 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

2
Portland State University

Portland, OR · Public · 19,951 students

National #87
72.2 / 100
50.3%
Minority Students
High
Diversity Level
$8,694
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #87 for diversity, Portland State University's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

50.3% of students come from minority backgrounds, giving you exposure to a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. With a "High" diversity designation, this campus offers the kind of inclusive environment that social work education benefits from. The gender balance ratio of 0.73 is moderate — there's some skew, but less than many social work programs.

3
University of Portland

Portland, OR · Private · 3,285 students

National #108
68 / 100
59.8%
Minority Students
High
Diversity Level
$54,400
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

At #108 for diversity, University of Portland's BSW program has room to grow in this area. That said, diversity is just one factor — the program may offer other strengths that matter to you.

59.8% of students come from minority backgrounds, giving you exposure to a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. University of Portland achieves a "High" diversity rating, meaning you'll interact with students from a wide variety of backgrounds. At 0.56 for gender balance, the school falls in the middle of the pack among BSW programs.

4
Pacific University

Forest Grove, OR · Private · 3,427 students

National #201
59.4 / 100
51.8%
Minority Students
High
Diversity Level
$53,174
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

Pacific University comes in at #201 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

51.8% of students come from minority backgrounds, giving you exposure to a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. The school earns our highest diversity classification, reflecting strong demographic breadth across the student body. The gender balance ratio of 0.49 indicates a significant gender skew, which is common in social work but worth noting.

5
George Fox University

Newberg, OR · Private · 4,916 students

National #401
41.8 / 100
30.2%
Minority Students
Moderate
Diversity Level
$40,220
In-State Tuition (excl. fees)

George Fox University comes in at #401 on our 2026 diversity list. The student body is less diverse than many BSW programs, which is worth considering given the profession's emphasis on cultural competence.

The student body is 30.2% minority, which adds some diversity to classroom discussions and group projects. A "Moderate" diversity level means you'll encounter some demographic variety, though not as much as top-ranked programs. A gender ratio of 0.64 reflects the typical lean in social work programs, though it's not extreme.