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    Portland, USA
    • Type
      Public
    • International students
      400
    • Nationalities
      60
    • Total programs
      108

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    Study abroad at Portland Community College

    Portland Community College (PCC) is an innovative two-year transfer college headquartered in Portland, a vibrant city in the US state of Oregon. It has four other campuses in Oregon called Cascade, Sylviana, Rock Creek, and Southeast.

    PCC is the largest higher education institution in Oregon. It serves over 26,000 students each year, many of which go on to achieving great things in their careers thanks to the skills and knowledge they gain from the College.

    The College offers a wide variety of dynamic courses at various levels. There are over 90 programs available across numerous disciplines including business, healthcare, engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, and so much more.

    PCC is home to a host of excellent campus facilities. International students enrolled at the College have open access to a handy bookstore, extensive library, modern fitness centers, tutoring services, and fabulous study areas.

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    Why study at Portland Community College?

    • University partnerships

      PCC has links with excellent institutions

    • Small classes

      Gain invaluable, individual support from talented academics

    • Great location

      Portland is an exciting city with a lovely community spirit

    • Diverse atmosphere

      The College’s student body is very multicultural

    • Low cost

      PCC's tuition is under $10,000 USD, making it affordable for many students

    Life as an international student

    PCC is an amazing melting pot - international students from all over the world choose to study here each year, and its popularity is rising. Over 60 nationalities are currently represented at the College’s campus.

    There are many extracurricular activities to get involved in at PCC. International students have the opportunity to make lots of friends thanks to the diverse range of clubs and events available at the College. In addition to studying, students can take advantage of what Portland is known for - being America's best food city! The diverse city offers many options for international cuisine and culture.

    The Office of International Student Services is always on hand to help international students with anything they need. They’re dedicated to helping overseas students find their path to success, academically, personally, and professionally.

    Student reviews for Portland Community College

    Overall rating
    4.8 stars
    Based on 4 reviews
    Overall experience
    5 stars
    Accommodation
    4.5 stars
    Academic
    4.75 stars
    University facilities
    5 stars
    University social
    4.75 stars
    • Valentina Castellanos Ramirez
      Colombia
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      4 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      Portland Community College Civil Engineering
      Tell us about Portland Community College
      Portland Community College (PCC) has been working for many years to be inclusive in all manners possible. I feel welcomed and protected studying in this college as I have found the opportunity to receive help from the community when I needed it the most. PCC has allowed me to be part of the community by working with students and some faculties. In addition, it provides social resources such as joining a club, online events, becoming one of the members of the student government, creating activities of participation with prizes and outcomes. Furthermore, PCC has shuttles that are used to transport students and staff members for free to different campuses. Lastly, PCC has a well-known social media community on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter where students can find information and events.
    • Diana Petrmichlova
      Czech Republic
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      4 stars
      Accommodation
      4 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      Portland Community College Environmental Studies
      Tell us about Portland Community College
      PCC is one of the biggest community colleges in the US and it offers a huge scale of majors and fields of industries. I joined during the pandemic times, so I haven't had a chance to explore the campuses, but I know there are 4 main campuses and from what I've heard, they are very nice and provide all facility equipment needed. As far as communication goes, zoom meetings for classes are well organized and I've met a lot of new people just from them being my classmates. I enjoy being a part of this organization.
    • Wilson Cumbi
      Angola
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      Portland Community College Mechanical Engineering
      Tell us about Portland Community College
      I have visited Sylvania campus few times and the facilities are really nice. I have not explored all parts of the campus because all my classes have either remote or online since Spring term 2020.
    • Cuong Nguyen
      Vietnam
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      4 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      Portland Community College Multimedia
      Tell us about Portland Community College
      Portland Community College is kind of a big college within Oregon, or in Portland specifically. They have 4 different campuses spread around the Portland city, which makes it easy for students to access to the school facilities and services wherever they live. They work actively through social medias such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. Therefore, students can get up-to-date information right right away. They have their own bus system called shuttle, which can transfer students among campuses without stops like usual in town public transport system. Their campus life is gorgeous with a lot of events and workshops such as free food, free resources, health insurance workshops, etc. Lastly, all of the school staff are nice and friendly.

    Student life & facilities

    Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
    • Library
      • Individual Study Rooms
      • Computer labs
      • Group Study Rooms
      • Quiet Areas
    • IT Support
      • Loan Laptops
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Transport
      • Campus Bus Service
      • Campus parking
      • On-Campus Shuttle
    • Food & Restaurants
      • Restaurants
      • Cafe’s
    • Fitness Centre
      • Machines
      • Free Weights
      • Fitness Classes
      • Dance Studio
      • Swimming Pool
      • Personal Trainers
    • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
      • No. of Tennis Courts 8
      • No. of Basketball Courts 3
    • Clubs & Organisations
      • No. of Clubs & Organizations
    • Praying Rooms
      • Individual Praying Rooms
    • Sports Facilities
      • Sport facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches 2
    • Tutoring Support
      • Student Tutoring & Support
      • Academic Tutoring & Support
      • Peer & Buddy Program

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    Fees and funding

    Fee information

    Undergraduate tuition: US$9,290 per year

    Funding

    PCC offers some scholarships for current students, ranging from $500-$2500. The application process is once per year. It usually takes place in the Winter term and it applies for the following term(s). Part-time on-campus jobs and payment plans are available.

    Location

    Portland Community College

    Portland is a vibrant and safe city, with independent shops, a great selection of entertainment venues, friendly communities, and trendy neighborhoods - it’s the perfect place to live and study.

    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.

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