Pathway Program Overview Contact us about Pathway Program Overview PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAMPortland State University's Pathway Program for undergraduate students combines academic English courses, university classes, and many support services to prepare students for a smooth transition to university life and academic success as they pursue their degree at Portland State.FEATURES OF THE PATHWAY PROGRAM6 month or 9 month program availableOne application process for PSU and the Pathway Program4 start times per yearCompletion satisfies PSU's undergraduate English requirementAvailable for all undergraduate majors Students may take PSU classes concurrently with IELP classesStudents earn university credit while in the programStudents have access to PSU's International Achievement Scholarship COURSE MAPS 6 Month Pathway 9 Month Pathway Are you an International First Year Student?You are new to college. International First Years about this content Are you a Transfer Student?You've attended college before or are attending right now, but you haven't finished your degree yet. International Transfer Student about this content Are you a Post-Baccalaureate (Postbac) Student?Post-Baccalaureate students are often called Postbac students. You have already completed or are about to complete your undergraduate degree. International Postbac about this content Are you a Graduate Student?You are admitted to or are interested in being admitted to a graduate program such as an MA, MS, or PhD. International Graduate Student about this content Get more information Placement Steps to Apply More Information YUTONG HUPSU Pathway Student, Computer ScienceChina"The first reason I chose to study in Portland was to improve my English. The second reason was so I could experience American teaching styles.” Steps to Apply Courses Tuition and Fees