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Sumner College

Portland, OR·Private for-profit·514 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. strong 79% graduation rate.

87%
Accept
514
Students
$28,309
Net Price
79%
Grad Rate
$35,200
Earnings
10 yr
$16,129
Debt

About This School

Sumner College is a private for-profit institution located in Portland, Oregon with approximately 514 undergraduate students enrolled. Sumner College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The average net price after financial aid is $28,309 per year. The graduation rate is 79%, and the typical graduate earns $35,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Sumner College is a private for-profit nursing school in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1974.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 79% graduation rate is genuinely solid for a focused nursing program, and the relatively low median debt of $16,129 is a real plus. However, median earnings of $35,200 a decade out are on the modest side, so it's worth asking whether graduates are landing full RN roles or staying in lower-tier positions. Worth considering if nursing in the Portland area is your clear goal and you want a small, career-focused program — but compare job placement data carefully before committing.

Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$28,309
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$16,129

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
79%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,129
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,129
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.2x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White21%
Black14%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (514 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Sumner College

8338 NE Alderwood Road Ste 100

Portland, OR 97220

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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