Oregon · 2026
Most Diverse Trade Colleges
#2 of 32 ranked schools in Oregon
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Current edition: 2026-r2
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Oregon · 2026
Best Colleges for Manufacturing
#2 of 11 ranked schools in Oregon
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Oregon · 2026
Best Colleges for Health Sciences
#4 of 17 ranked schools in Oregon
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Other rankings
Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.
| Ranking | Scope | Position | Number ranked | Data tier | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Trade Colleges | National | #638 of 912 ranked schools nationwideTop 70% | 912 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Value Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Value Trade Colleges | State · Oregon | #11 of 15 ranked schools in Oregon | 15 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Value Trade Colleges, Oregon |
| Most Diverse Trade Colleges | National | #176 of 2634 ranked schools nationwideTop 7% | 2634 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Most Diverse Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Trade Colleges | National | #737 of 2672 ranked schools nationwideTop 28% | 2672 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources | National | #250 of 403 ranked schools nationwideTop 63% | 403 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Agriculture & Natural Resources, National |
| Best Colleges for Computer & IT | National | #231 of 794 ranked schools nationwideTop 30% | 794 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Computer & IT, National |
| Best Colleges for Education | National | #288 of 463 ranked schools nationwideTop 63% | 463 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Education, National |
| Best Colleges for Engineering Tech | National | #282 of 701 ranked schools nationwideTop 41% | 701 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Engineering Tech, National |
| Best Colleges for Legal Studies | National | #123 of 252 ranked schools nationwideTop 49% | 252 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Legal Studies, National |
| Best Colleges for Biological Sciences | National | #146 of 202 ranked schools nationwideTop 73% | 202 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Biological Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Multidisciplinary Studies | National | #265 of 271 ranked schools nationwideTop 98% | 271 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Multidisciplinary Studies, National |
| Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness | National | #157 of 218 ranked schools nationwideTop 73% | 218 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness, National |
| Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services | National | #529 of 641 ranked schools nationwideTop 83% | 641 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services, National |
| Best Colleges for Social Work | National | #202 of 222 ranked schools nationwideTop 91% | 222 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Social Work, National |
| Best Colleges for Social Sciences | National | #126 of 168 ranked schools nationwideTop 75% | 168 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Social Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Construction | National | #225 of 596 ranked schools nationwideTop 38% | 596 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Construction, National |
| Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair | National | #274 of 897 ranked schools nationwideTop 31% | 897 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair, National |
| Best Colleges for Manufacturing | National | #221 of 750 ranked schools nationwideTop 30% | 750 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Manufacturing, National |
| Best Colleges for Transportation | National | #194 of 269 ranked schools nationwideTop 73% | 269 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Transportation, National |
| Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts | National | #103 of 451 ranked schools nationwideTop 23% | 451 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts, National |
| Best Colleges for Health Sciences | National | #664 of 1535 ranked schools nationwideTop 44% | 1535 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Health Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Business & Finance | National | #381 of 863 ranked schools nationwideTop 45% | 863 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Business & Finance, National |
| Best Automotive Mechanics Technology Schools | National | #423 of 597 ranked schools nationwideTop 71% | 597 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Automotive Mechanics Technology Schools, National |
| Best Machine Tool Technology/Machinist Schools | National | #112 of 158 ranked schools nationwideTop 71% | 158 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Machine Tool Technology/Machinist Schools, National |
| Best Dental Hygienist Schools | National | #167 of 179 ranked schools nationwideTop 94% | 179 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Dental Hygienist Schools, National |
| Best Diesel Mechanics Technology Schools | National | #139 of 231 ranked schools nationwideTop 61% | 231 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Diesel Mechanics Technology Schools, National |
| Best Fire Science/Fire-fighting Schools | National | #109 of 160 ranked schools nationwideTop 69% | 160 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Fire Science/Fire-fighting Schools, National |
| Best Heating, Air Conditioning & Ventilation (HVAC) Schools | National | #282 of 503 ranked schools nationwideTop 57% | 503 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Heating, Air Conditioning & Ventilation (HVAC) Schools, National |
| Best Medical/Clinical Assistant Schools | National | #321 of 769 ranked schools nationwideTop 42% | 769 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Medical/Clinical Assistant Schools, National |
| Best Welding Technology Schools | National | #304 of 730 ranked schools nationwideTop 42% | 730 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Welding Technology Schools, National |
| Best Trade Colleges for Working Students | National | #639 of 1503 ranked schools nationwideTop 43% | 1503 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges for Working Students, National |
Past editions
2026 edition · 2026-r1
Published . These placements are retained from this past edition.
Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.