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Russian (for Transfer)

Learn more about studying Russian (for Transfer) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    12,960USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Mar, Jun, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Portland Community College says about their program:

PCC offers a wide range of Russian courses. At the first-year level, we offer First-Year Russian as a three quarter, 4-credit series RUS 101, 102, 103. Beginning level RUS 101 courses are offered in fall and winter quarters. RUS 102 courses are offered winter and spring quarters. RUS 103 courses are offered spring and summer quarters. At the second-year level, we offer Second Year Russian as a three-quarter 5-credit series: RUS 201, 202, and 203. This series begins each year in the fall. The Russian program’s 200-level specialty courses focus on Russian culture, film, and literature. Three Russian literature and culture courses are taught: RUS 241Great Russian Writers-19th Century, RUS 242 Great Russian Writers-20th Century and RUS 261B Russian Culture. All are conducted in English and no knowledge of Russian is needed.

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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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Scholarships at Portland Community College

  • F-1 International Student Emergency Fund

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    This PCC fund provides emergency financial assistance of up to $500 specifically to international students in active F-1 visa status who are currently enrolled and either employed on campus or have applied for on-campus work. It is designed to help cover sudden, unexpected costs such as accidents, medical bills, urgent housing changes, or loss of a job, situations F-1 students often cannot cover because they are barred from federal financial aid (FAFSA). Because eligibility is limited to F-1 international undergraduates enrolled at PCC, it directly targets the international student population; funds are limited and distributed first come, first served.

  • PCC Foundation Scholarship

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    The PCC Foundation awards hundreds of partial scholarships each year to current PCC students to help cover tuition, fees, and books. The application explicitly accommodates students who cannot file a FAFSA: PCC states that "if you are an international student or not eligible to complete the FAFSA, complete the financial worksheet for international students" and submit it in place of the FAFSA/ORSAA, confirming that international undergraduates may apply on the same basis as domestic students. Applicants submit two short essays on career goals and personal strengths; awards are based on academic history, writing skills, and past experiences rather than citizenship status. The 2026-27 cycle opens November 1, 2026 and closes February 1, 2027, with award notifications in June and funds available for the following Fall term.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $11,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Portland Community College?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,760
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,357
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$157
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$70
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$67· Portland, Oregon average
Monthly public transport pass$100
Monthly grocery basket$231
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and 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