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Portland Community College

Portland, OR·Public·www.pcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Portland Community College is a public community college in Portland, OR. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 78/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Portland Community College is a public community college in Portland, OR. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 78/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,428
In-State Tuition
+$382 fees
$9,288
Out-of-State Tuition
+$382 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

60 miles

Rockaway Beach, OR

Ski Access

47 miles

Mt. Hood Skibowl

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Ski Town

47 mi away
960 skiable acres10 lifts
49 mi away
1,415 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, OR

Ocean access within 60.2 miles

60 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Portland, OR

42°Jan45°Feb48°Mar53°Apr59°May63°Jun69°Jul70°Aug65°Sep55°Oct47°Nov42°Dec

Station: PORTLAND KGW TV · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

78/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety826097
82/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
60/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
97/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,428$9,288
Fees
$382$382
Total
$4,810$9,670
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

99 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
2,053 grads/yr$49,166
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
247 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
219 grads/yr
Accounting and Related ServicesCertificate
127 grads/yr
Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCertificate
106 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's28 grads$101,099
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Associate's15 grads$93,597
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's42 grads$87,002
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's9 grads$86,031
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's14 grads$76,545
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's19 grads$73,457
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's74 grads$71,462
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Associate's12 grads$68,948
Geography and Cartography
Certificate48 grads$67,492
Computer Programming
Certificate70 grads$66,990

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Portland Community College located?

Portland Community College is located in Portland, OR. The main campus address is 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Portland Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Portland Community College charges $4,428/year for in-state students and $9,288/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,670/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Portland Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Portland Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Portland Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,288/year out-of-state), campus culture in Portland, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Portland Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Portland Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Portland, OR
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
78/100
Nearest Airport
Portland, OR (PDX) · 12 mialso HIO (13 mi), TTD (18 mi)

Location

Portland, OR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.