Portland Community College
- PCC's mission is to "provide quality education in an atmosphere that encourages the full realization of each individual's potential." To achieve that goal, we work to foster excellence in both teaching and learning. PCC is committed to the highest quality education possible - no matter where you enroll or how many classes you take.
School Highlights
Portland Community College serves 22,904 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 22,904 students
- In-state tuition: $5,600
- Out-state tuition: $10,700
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Portland Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 910 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Portland Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
910 staff
221 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Portland Community College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has decreased from 66:1 over five years.
The Portland Community College diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
22,904 students
1,537 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
8,886 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
14,018 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
163 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,886 students
767 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,018 students
957 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
220 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
270 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
8%
4%
% Hispanic
11%
15%
% Black
4%
2%
% White
60%
63%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
7%
5%
% Non Resident races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
6%
7%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
12.36%
2.3%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,300
$32,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,600 is more than the state average of $4,694. The in-state tuition has grown by 36% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,700 is more than the state average of $7,748. The out-state tuition has grown by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,600
$4,694
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,700
$7,748
Tuition Notes
Resident tuition (In-State) is $123 per credit: Applies to U.S. citizens or immigrants with permanent residency status in OR, WA, CA, ID and NV.
Non-resident tuition (Out-State) is $258 per credit: Applies to international students and students residing in states which do not border Oregon.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,405
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,875
$6,334
Acceptance Rate
100%
84%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Basketball, Soccer
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Associated Students of PCC (ASPCC), DREAMers Resource Center, Multicultural Resource Center, Queer Resource Center, Veterans Resource Center, Women's Resource Center
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Jazz Band, Music & Sonic Arts, Symphonic Band, Theater Arts
Associated Students of PCC (ASPCC), DREAMers Resource Center, Multicultural Resource Center, Queer Resource Center, Veterans Resource Center, Women's Resource Center
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Jazz Band, Music & Sonic Arts, Symphonic Band, Theater Arts
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- As the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon, PCC serves nearly 73,000 full-time and part-time students. We offer high-quality education and opportunities for our students, which in turn contributes to the vibrancy of Portland's economic community.
- We aim to educate a skilled workforce, prepare students to successfully transfer to four-year schools, enrich the community through lifelong learning, build a greener workforce and shrink our carbon footprint, and be a sound financial steward of public dollars.
- Four comprehensive campuses, eight centers and dozens of independent locations throughout the community offer courses and provide student services. Online Learning gives students the ability to take classes off campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Portland Community College cost?
Portland Community College's tuition is approximately $5,600 for In-State students and $10,700 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Portland Community College?
The acceptance rate of Portland Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 84%.
What sports does Portland Community College offer?
Portland Community College offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is Portland Community College's ranking?
Portland Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body, Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.
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