Is childcare available on campus?
Yes, PCC offers some childcare. Visit Childcare for more information.
Who was PCC’s founding president?
Amo DeBernardis was PCC’s founding president. He served as president from 1961 to 1978. He worked in the education field […]
I can’t attend the first day of class; what should I do?
Make sure you contact your instructor right away if you know you CANNOT attend the first day of class. The […]
If I took a class for 3 credits, and now PCC is offering it for 4 credits, can I buy the missing credit?
No. Courses that have changed from 3 credits to 4 credits have had substantial changes in both breadth and depth […]
Why has PCC changed some courses from 3-credits to 4-credits, and how do these changes benefit students?
The purpose was to make transferring to schools in the Oregon University Systems (especially to PSU, where most of our […]
Is there a difference in course content between the 3-credit and 4-credit version of the various courses?
Yes, though the nature of the difference depends on the particular course. Some courses increased in breadth, covering more topics […]
What is the ROOTs program?
TRIO Student Support Services, formerly PCC’s ROOTS Program, is a federally-funded program dedicated to helping students at Portland Community College […]
How can I get extra tickets for my family and friends to attend my graduation?
Tickets are not required for the graduation ceremony. Invite as many people as you want. For more information visit www.pcc.edu/graduate.
Do I have to be finished with my prerequisites to apply to Dental Hygiene?
Yes. All prerequisites must be completed by the end of the winter term before the application deadline. If you plan […]
Can I bring my animal/pet on to campus with me?
It is PCC’s policy to provide a safe, non-threatening and healthy environment for all employees, students and visitors. With the […]