30 AI and machine learning programs at 15 schools in Oregon.
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The strongest AI programs in Oregon on this list are led by Oregon State University, Portland State University, and University of Oregon. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Oregon, drawn from 30 programs at 15 schools.
Best AI programs in Oregon
Rank
School
Location
1
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
2
Portland State University
Portland, OR
3
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
4
University of Portland
Portland, OR
5
Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR
6
Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR
7
Willamette University
Salem, OR
8
Linfield University
McMinnville, OR
9
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
10
Lewis & Clark College
Portland, OR
11
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR
12
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR
13
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR
14
Oregon Coast Community College
Newport, OR
15
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Oregon
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
BS in Computer Science (Specialized Computer Science route)
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $86,400
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: honors program
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Oregon State University sits in Corvallis. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
MS in Computer Science — Artificial Intelligence Track
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: CS students specializing in AI/ML within an MSCS
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Portland State University anchors this ranking slot. Expect the parent degree’s core plus an AI-focused set of electives—confirm how many credits must be AI-labeled before you treat it as an AI credential.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Pacific University)
Program summary
Students looking at Forest Grove will find Pacific University on this list. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Willamette University)
Program summary
Willamette University is based in Salem. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. Plan on roughly 4 years. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Linfield University)
Program summary
Linfield University is based in McMinnville. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Applied AI degree)
Program summary
Western Oregon University is based in Monmouth. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
On this state ranking, Oregon State University, Portland State University, and University of Oregon appear near the top. We list 15 schools offering AI programs in Oregon. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Oregon?
About 30 AI programs at 15 schools show up for Oregon on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
State list or overall ranking?
Use both—state lists help with in-state tuition and local networks; overall lists compare research strength and online options.
