PCC

A program for you

With hundreds of options to choose from, we have a field of study that is right for you.

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Academic Programs

Degrees and Certificates

Arts, Humanities, Communication, and Design

Prepare for a creative career with classes focused on current professional practices and taught by faculty connected to local employers.

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Example programs: Graphic Design, Multimedia, Spanish

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Business and Entrepreneurship

Learn to help businesses thrive with financial, communication, and organization skills taught by faculty with industry experience.

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Over 1,200 accounting clerk job openings per year are projected in the Portland metro area

Example programs: Accounting, Management, Marketing

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Construction, Manufacturing Tech, and Transportation

Learn by doing hands-on projects in short-duration sessions that fit your schedule and give you practical experience to start your career.

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29 short-term awards to get you on the job in a year or less

Example programs: Apprenticeship and Trades, Aviation Science, Welding

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Healthcare and Emergency Professions

Find a rewarding career in healthcare or emergency services through one of our 16 academic programs.

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Over 95% of PCC nursing graduates pass their licensure exam each year

Example programs: Emergency Medical Services, Medical Imaging, Veterinary Technology

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Public Service, Education, and Social Sciences

Support our communities with the skills and knowledge you’ll gain from studying public service professions or social sciences.

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Portland-area preschool teachers are expected to see a 42.8% increase in job growth

Example programs: Addiction Counseling, Paralegal, Psychology

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Gain the technical skills you need to start your career in science and technology through our hands-on programs.

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Bioscience students complete up to 1,000 hours of hands-on lab experience while at PCC

Example programs: Biology, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering Technology

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Flexibility to meet your needs

You can complete your education at PCC or move on to a 4-year college or university.

Option	Timeframe	Description
Part-time enrollment	61% of students enroll part-time.	Enrolling part-time can help you attain your learning and career goals while managing the cost of tuition, as well as balancing work, family, hobbies and other obligations.
Short term	See certificates you can earn in 1 year or less
2 years	See associate degrees and certificates you can earn in 2 years
4 years	See what you can study for 2 years at PCC plus 2 years at a college or university

University transfer

Starting your bachelor's degree at PCC will cost a fraction of what universities charge. Study in small classes with faculty dedicated to teaching rather than research.

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5600 students transfer credits to 4-year schools each year

47 programs designed to transfer to a 4-year college or university

Same education, less money

A PCC education is about 50% less than a public university and about 86% less than the cost of a private university in Oregon. And, with plenty of options for financial aid and flexible payment plans, you can keep your education budget-friendly.

Tuition and fees

Paying for college

Below is a chart comparing PCC's tuition to the average tuition of Oregon public and private universities. PCC's tuition is a little less than half the amount of public universities and about 10% the amount of private universities.

Category	Cost
PCC	$
OR public university	$
OR private university	$

Estimated 2024-25 cost of annual attendance for a full-time, resident student (12-18 credits per term). Calculation based on publicly available recruitment materials.

Over 70% of students receive financial aid each year

$2 Min PCC scholarships awarded each year

1100 classes have free books each term

2800 students benefit from Oregon Promise at PCC

At a location near you

With our multiple locations across the Portland metropolitan area, getting to class is easy at PCC. And our free shuttles between campuses and public transit options make classes work with your schedule. Don’t want to come to campus? We have plenty of Online Learning options to meet your needs.

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Campuses

Cascade Campus	An easily accessible campus in North Portland at the intersection of N Albina Ave and N Killingsworth St in Portland's Humboldt neighborhood
Rock Creek Campus	A spacious campus in the high-tech corridor near Hillsboro and Beaverton at the intersection of NW 185th Ave and NW Springville Rd two miles north of U.S. Highway 26
Southeast Campus	PCC's newest campus in diverse Southeast Portland at the intersection of SE 82nd Ave and SE Division St in Portland's Montavilla neighborhood
Sylvania Campus	A wooded campus between Lake Oswego and Tigard one mile from the SW Capitol Hwy U.S. Interstate 5 exit in Portland's Far Southwest neighborhood

Centers

CLIMB Center	on SE Water Ave two blocks south of the SE Hawthorne Blvd bridge in Portland's Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood
Columbia County Center (OMIC TC)	in Scappoose near the airport off W Lane Rd and NE Wagner Ct
Hillsboro Center	at the intersection of SE Baseline St and SE 8th Ave near downtown Hillsboro
Newberg Center	at the intersection of Brutscher St and E Fernwood Rd in eastern Newberg
Opportunity Center at 42nd Avenue	at the intersection of NE 42nd Ave and NE Killingsworth St in Portland's Cully neighborhood
Swan Island Trades Center	at the intersection of N Cutter Cir and N Leverman St just off Swan Island in Portland's Overlook neighborhood
Vanport Building	at the intersection of SW Montgomery St and SW 5th Ave in downtown Portland near Portland State University (PSU)
Willow Creek Opportunity Center	in western Beaverton two miles south of U.S. Highway 26 at the SW 185th Ave MAX station

Centers

CLIMB Center	on SE Water Ave two blocks south of the SE Hawthorne Blvd bridge in Portland's Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood
Columbia County Center (OMIC TC)	in Scappoose near the airport off W Lane Rd and NE Wagner Ct
Hillsboro Center	at the intersection of SE Baseline St and SE 8th Ave near downtown Hillsboro
Newberg Center	at the intersection of Brutscher St and E Fernwood Rd in eastern Newberg
Opportunity Center at 42nd Avenue	at the intersection of NE 42nd Ave and NE Killingsworth St in Portland's Cully neighborhood
Swan Island Trades Center	at the intersection of N Cutter Cir and N Leverman St just off Swan Island in Portland's Overlook neighborhood
Vanport Building	at the intersection of SW Montgomery St and SW 5th Ave in downtown Portland near Portland State University (PSU)
Willow Creek Opportunity Center	in western Beaverton two miles south of U.S. Highway 26 at the SW 185th Ave MAX station

Your success is important

At PCC, we have services to help you thrive as a student. Get help with your schoolwork, childcare, groceries, or any other challenge life throws at you, and get involved with the campus community.

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Help with school	Tutoring, advising, computer labs, libraries
Help with money	Emergency funds, jobs on campus, free shuttles
Family services	Childcare, family study rooms, lactation rooms
You belong	Diversity centers, clubs, disability services
Food options	Dining services, food banks, farm stand, gardens
Immigrant services	Support for immigrant and international students
Arts	Galleries, performing arts, public art installations
Athletics	Gyms, fitness classes, basketball team, soccer teams
Leadership	Student government, leadership programs

Opportunities no matter your goal

PCC has programs for many types of non-traditional students.

Community Education	Enrich your life with hundreds of non-credit classes
International	Study in the USA in over 100 areas of study
ESOL	Improve your English skills for non-native speakers
GED®	Prepare for and take your high school completion test
High school	Earn college credit while still in high school
Workforce development	Gain skills and connect with employers