At a glance
Average net price
$10,405
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
18.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
19,531
In-state tuition
$5,220
Out-of-state tuition
$10,440
Cost of attendance
$17,934
Median earnings (10y)
$44,592
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (47%), trades & services (17%), stem (15%).
- STEM15%
- Health9%
- Business8%
- Humanities & arts47%
- Social sciences4%
- Trades & services17%
- Liberal arts41.9%~8,182 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science10.1%~1,975 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,705 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business7.6%~1,480 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~1,230 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,148 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~926 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech4.2%~822 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~418 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.3%~258 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture1.2%~240 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal1.1%~219 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences1.0%~203 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~164 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Transportation0.2%~47 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.0%~8 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 4,337 | $28,395 | $15,334 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 329 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 275 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 258 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 202 | $30,988 | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 181 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 180 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 160 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 155 | $46,384 | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 146 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 146 | — | $17,512 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 138 | $34,168 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 135 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 134 | $52,580 | $12,666 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 133 | $32,627 | $15,273 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 123 | $37,651 | $12,834 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 104 | — | — |
| Construction Trades, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 98 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography. | Undergraduate certificate | 97 | $38,088 | $21,644 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 94 | $61,693 | $22,484 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 87 | $38,342 | $24,250 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 87 | $43,544 | $23,250 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 86 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 85 | $37,686 | $20,031 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 81 | — | $21,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 72 | $36,014 | $24,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 64 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 58 | — | — |
| Biotechnology. | Undergraduate certificate | 58 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 55 | $63,563 | $32,000 |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 53 | $42,113 | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 50 | $51,921 | — |
| Gerontology. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate's | 49 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 40 | $38,317 | $28,402 |
| Music. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 38 | $45,851 | $19,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Portland Community College
Portland Community College is a very large institution located in Portland, Oregon, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 19,531 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Computer science, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Portland Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,405 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,220 for in-state students and $10,440 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,934 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 18.4%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,592 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Portland Community College confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Computer science, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (47% of credentials), trades & services (17% of credentials), stem (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Portland, Oregon (city), Portland Community College draws students from across Oregon and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Portland Community College
Q.How much does Portland Community College cost?
The average net price at Portland Community College is $10,405 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,934.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Portland Community College?
Portland Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 18.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Portland Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Portland Community College graduate earns $44,592 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Portland Community College?
Published tuition is $5,220 in-state and $10,440 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Portland Community College located?
Portland Community College is located in Portland, Oregon (ZIP 97219).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Portland Community College at their official website.