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Overview
Portland Community College is a 2-year higher education institution in Portland, Oregon. It is the largest community college in the state and operates 4 campuses around the Portland metro area. The university offers professional certificates, associate degrees, and focus awards for their programs. Favored majors among students are liberal arts and humanities, computer programming, and web page and digital design.
Acceptance Rate:
100%
Average Net Price:
$8,914
Campus Setting:
Major city
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $5,040 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $10,080 |
Additional Costs
| Books and Supplies | $1710 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
31%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,108
31%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,880
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$527
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
50%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3028
55%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,880
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
22%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$4,967
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$8,880
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$148
Students receiving federal loans
22%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,897
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,944
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 23 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | March 4 | |
| Other | November 26 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
At least 2, but less than 4 academic years
Total Number of Students
19,400
Total Number of Undergrads
19,400
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
59
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
44%
Student Organizations
180
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
34
Total Female Athletes
22
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Soccer
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Soccer
Portland Community College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$41,200
Top 5 Cities
Portland
Seattle
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Phoenix
Top 5 Employers
Portland Community College
Intel Corporation
Providence Health & Services
Oregon Health and Science University
Nike
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Information Technology
Healthcare Services
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$8,880
Loan Default Rate
11%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$148
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI am definitely learning all I need and it is great. I was at first hesitant about going to a community college for the first year but I soon found out that that is not at all a problem. I thought classes at a University would be more informative and a better experience. Starting at a community college, especially PCC, is a great idea.
Jakob from Portland, OR
The teachers here at PCC are very knowledgeable about the subject at hand. They are always there for their students with helpful answers and want each student to succeed.
Kathy from Portland, OR
My major is Mechanical Engineering so i need hands on classes and so far the school has provided me with that.
Paul from Beaverton, OR
The professors at PCC are just as qualified to teach at a community college as they are at a university. A lot of them simply choose to be in a less restricted work environment than a university. PCC also offers a fantastic variety of classes so you will not be stuck in a class you do not like.
Samantha from Beaverton, OR
Portland Community College is an amazing school! From the professors to the administration I have furthered my education with confidence and guidance. I am almost done with my AAOT degree and on to nursing school. Thanks PCC I give you an A+.
Charmain from Vancouver, WA
PCC offers a diverse and welcoming community.
PCC has excellent course selections!
PCC campuses are beautiful and the shuttle is a terrific resource for students!
PCC has excellent course selections!
PCC campuses are beautiful and the shuttle is a terrific resource for students!
Meagan from Eugene, OR
Child that once was bullied!
Wow, flying higher then Funky Chicken.
Whom Am I ? Eagle
Wow, flying higher then Funky Chicken.
Whom Am I ? Eagle
Walker from Newberg, OR
PCC is a great place for students to develop. Between the various campuses, there is a wide variety of programs of study, including skilled trades. A high level of instructional quality is expected from professors at PCC, and typical instructors are helpful to students.
Kyle from Portland, OR
This institution is packed wit excellent educators and a strong curriculum. I've always felt like my tuition money was well spent at Portland Community College and I recommend them to everyone that is ready to get going for college.
Angie from Portland, OR
portland community college has wonderful atmosphere, free shuttles to all campus locations and teachers who care about education.
Melissa from Portland, OR
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