Affordable Online Degrees for Oregon Residents
ACE programs are built around your budget, wherever you are.
ACE vs. Online Colleges in Oregon
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For every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
Oregon is home to a wide range of respected colleges and universities, making it an ideal state to pursue higher education. But if you’re balancing work, family and other responsibilities, choosing the right degree program involves more than finding a school nearby.
American College of Education (ACE) is a fully online college built to help working professionals earn a quality education without sacrificing flexibility or affordability. Our programs are designed to fit into your life while helping you build the skills and credentials needed to advance your career.
Our high student satisfaction¹ comes from attending a college that values your goals and prepares you for real-world advancement with career-relevant assignments. That’s the ACE difference, and we’re proud to offer it to Oregon residents.
Why Choose ACE?
Whether you’re working toward a promotion, preparing for a new role or expanding your expertise, ACE is committed to helping you achieve your goals. From enrollment through graduation and beyond, you’ll have access to resources and support designed for busy adult learners. Our mission is to deliver education you can trust while providing the flexibility and affordability you need to keep moving forward.
How ACE Compares
You may be considering well-known Oregon institutions such as Oregon State University, the University of Oregon, Portland State University and Western Oregon University. These universities offer respected academic programs, yet ACE exists to provide a different educational experience.
Because ACE was founded as an online college, every aspect of the student experience is intentionally designed for online learning. Our programs combine flexibility, affordability and career-focused instruction to help working adults earn credentials that support professional growth.
Even many of the best online colleges in Oregon originally began as traditional campus-based institutions. Compare your options and discover why thousands of students have chosen ACE.
| ACE | University of Oregon | Oregon State University | Portland State University | Western Oregon University | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Delivery | Fully online courses2 | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options |
| Built for working adults | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Start dates per year | 11 starts | 245 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-4 starts |
| Student to faculty ratio | 11:13 | 19:14 | 18:14 | 17:14 | 13:14 |
| Cost (online master’s) | Most under $10,0005 (total program cost) | $19,4744 (average annual in-state cost) | $16,2064 (average annual in-state cost) | $17,7454 (average annual in-state cost) | $19,4524 (average annual in-state cost) |
| GRE requirement | Never | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes |
Published tuition and fee figures for comparison institutions reflect annual costs rather than total program cost. As master’s programs commonly span multiple academic years, total costs at comparison institutions may exceed the annual amounts shown.
Our Commitment to Affordable Tuition
ACE helps students invest in their futures through affordable tuition that supports both personal and professional growth. Here, you can earn a high-quality education at a price that positions you for success. In fact, 87% of ACE students graduate without student loan debt.6
Our Unique Academic Experience
At ACE, every program is developed with a focus on practical application, current industry standards and workforce relevance. Our academic teams regularly review and update curriculum to ensure students gain knowledge and skills that align with today’s professional expectations. Plus, you learn from experienced faculty members who bring real-world expertise into every course.
Along the way, you’ll benefit from features intentionally designed to support busy professionals:
- Uniform course design: Every course follows a consistent structure, allowing you to quickly become familiar with expectations and focus on learning
- Fully asynchronous learning: Aside from the hands-on experiences that some of our programs have, you are not required to attend live sessions, which means you can complete your coursework whenever it works for you
- Comprehensive support: Access our writing center, robust digital library and free monthly tutoring to help you succeed from start to finish
How ACE Supports Aspiring Oregon Teachers
For many future educators, the journey begins with obtaining initial teaching licensure. ACE offers programs designed to build foundational teaching knowledge while preparing aspiring educators to create engaging learning environments and support student achievement.
You can complete an initial licensure certificate or master’s degree at ACE and then take steps toward earning a teaching certificate in Oregon, but you’ll want to ensure you’re aware of any additional requirements.
Programs That Advance Careers
We’re accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and have the online programs you need to advance your career.
Education
Whether you’re looking to become an educator, grow your expertise or advance into administration, ACE equips you with the research, strategies, pedagogies and skills you need.
Business
Dive into today’s business landscape and discover how to address its challenges with relevant skills, practices and technologies that are designed to make a difference.
Healthcare
Healthcare administrators and public health professionals are a driving force in ensuring quality patient care. ACE prepares you to succeed in non-clinical healthcare roles.
Nursing
Nurses looking to become leaders or educators should look no further than ACE to support their career goals with innovative and applicable practices that lead to positive patient outcomes.
FAQs
Is ACE authorized to offer programs to students in Oregon?
Yes! ACE is approved to enroll students in Oregon and other SARA participating states through its home-state authorization in Indiana. Read about this agreement to learn more about how ACE supports out-of-state enrollments.
What do ACE programs offer that online Oregon colleges might not?
Many students choose ACE because of our combination of affordability, flexibility and career-focused learning. Our fully online programs are designed for working adults who want to advance their education without putting their personal or professional responsibilities on hold. Plus, with every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
How can an ACE degree help me get an Oregon teaching certificate?
Our initial licensure pathways help prepare future educators with the foundational knowledge, instructional skills and hands-on experience needed to enter the classroom. ACE programs emphasize evidence-based teaching practices and student-centered learning approaches that can support your path toward Oregon teacher licensure.
1Student Right to Know. Accessed June 22, 2026.
2Some programs also have local practicum, internship or student teaching requirements.
3Internal research conducted in March 2026
4CollegeTuitionCompare: Western Oregon University, Oregon State University, Portland State University, University of Oregon. Accessed June 22, 2026.
5This is an estimated value of the cost for tuition and fees. Amounts may vary depending on number of transfer credits applied to the selected program hours, the pace and satisfactory completion of the selected program, receipt of institutional scholarship and/or grant amounts, or adjustments to tuition or fees as described in the Catalog Right to Modify Tuition section. State sales and use tax will apply where required by law.
6Internal research completed in November 2025