Portland Community College
About Portland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Portland Community College is the largest college in Oregon, teaching across the city from four campuses. Computing, design and vehicle repair are among its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students go on to a four-year college.
Founded
1961
Location
Portland, Oregon
Students
19,531
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
18.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,220
Out-of-state: $10,440
Avg Net Price
$10,405
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,592
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
18.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.5%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.7%
$/Student
$11.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 18.4% graduation rate is below average, but 62.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,220
In-State
$10,440
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,707
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,934
After Financial Aid
$10,405
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,937
Receive Grants
32%
Take Loans
20.7%
Tuition is $5,220/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,405.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Portland Community College fund their education.
While in School
32%
Get Grants
Free money
20.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,961
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,999
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$138/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,999, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Portland Community College.
Gender
56.2%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
19,531
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
41.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 44% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
19,531
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Portland Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 66 student athletes.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
66
36 men, 30 women
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
36
Men
30
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Portland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,592
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
2053 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
87 grads
Design and Applied Arts
$26K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$48K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
61 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Programming
$64K
50 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.