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Architectural Design and Drafting: Residential

Learn more about studying Architectural Design and Drafting: Residential as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    12,960USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Mar, Jun, Sep

Program overview

What Portland Community College says about their program:

An architectural designer/drafter uses skills and knowledge in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Design, and Building Systems to work with Designers, Architects, Home Builders, and Engineers. They work to create designs, drawings, and 3-D models of buildings.

PCC offers the only two-year Associates of Applied Science degree in Oregon. You will study with experienced faculty who have industry experience. Portland’s active architectural design and construction industries provide an excellent asset for our students. Our flexible, broad-based curriculum prepares you for quick entry into a growing field.

Our classrooms provide each student with access to the same quality computers, printers, and scanners used by professionals. The curriculum is designed to train you to correctly use equipment and software towards the development of architectural drawings and 3D modeling.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to Associate's degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    61

  • IELTS (Academic)

    5.5 (no band lower than 5.0)

  • Duolingo English Test

    95 (no subscore lower than 75)

  • Pearson PTE

    45

  • EIKEN

    Pre-1 or higher

  • SAT

    480 (Reading and Writing)

Documents required

  • Complete online application
  • A copy of your passport photo page
  • Academic transcripts (list of classes and grades)
  • Proof of financial resources
  • Proof of English Proficiency
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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition: $11,000 per year

Funding

PCC Foundation Scholarships

- PCC offers some scholarships for current students, ranging from $500-$2500. The application process is once per year. - **Requirements:** Any student who plans to attend PCC can apply. Applicants are required to write 2 essays, each essay can be up to 350 words. You can provide an optional reference for bonus points.
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What is the cost of living near Portland Community College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Portland Community College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements