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Linfield becomes Oregon’s first private college to offer direct admissions through Niche 

December 15, 2025 by Kathy Foss

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Linfield University has officially partnered with Niche’s Direct Admissions® program, becoming the first private college in Oregon to participate. The initiative offers a streamlined, student-centered path to college by proactively admitting qualified students based on their Niche profile. Niche Direct Admissions is designed to reduce barriers and simplify the college search … [Read more...] about Linfield becomes Oregon’s first private college to offer direct admissions through Niche 

Linfield University named Oregon’s top-ranking private institution on Research.com’s 2026 Best Value list

December 1, 2025 by Kathy Foss

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Linfield University has earned the highest ranking of any private college on Research.com’s 2026 “Best Value Colleges in Oregon” list, reinforcing the university’s position as one of the best educational investments in the Pacific Northwest. Research.com’s methodology evaluates colleges on key indicators of value, including tuition and fees, financial aid availability, … [Read more...] about Linfield University named Oregon’s top-ranking private institution on Research.com’s 2026 Best Value list

Linfield University enrollment stabilizes as students find programs that fit their futures 

October 27, 2025 by Kathy Foss

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Enrollment at Linfield University has stabilized this fall, with 1,733 students enrolled across its McMinnville, Portland and online programs. Growth in key areas reflects student interest in high-demand, career-focused fields, as well as Linfield’s strong sense of community — both in and out of the classroom. Among the most significant drivers of growth are Linfield’s … [Read more...] about Linfield University enrollment stabilizes as students find programs that fit their futures 

Linfield University ranked No. 1 in Oregon for value, outcomes and student success

September 2, 2025 by Kathy Foss

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The latest national rankings from five major publications place Linfield University among the nation’s best. Linfield recently earned recognition from Washington Monthly, Money, Forbes, Niche and The Princeton Review. This includes claiming the No. 1 spot in Oregon for value by Niche, as well as being the top-ranked liberal arts college in Oregon for outcomes, earning and … [Read more...] about Linfield University ranked No. 1 in Oregon for value, outcomes and student success

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