Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does it cost for PCC Dual Credit?

A:  Upon registering for PCC Dual Credit you will be asked to pay a processing fee of $35, rather than the $70/credit cost of the course. Savings to you (and your parents) are considerable, and some students earn a terms worth or more of credit this way.

Q: How can I find out which classes are eligible for college credit at my high school?

A: The eligible classes you are registered for this year are listed in a the first few lines of the attached letter. Click on Participating High Schools and select your high school to view the complete list of courses eligible for PCC Dual Credit.

 Q: How will I know if these credits will transfer to my college of choice?

A:  It is always important to check with the college or university you plan to attend to know how these credits will be applied. The credits you earn provide an advantage whether you use them at PCC, another college, or on your resume as you explore employment opportunities.

Q: What is MyPCC?

A: MyPCC is a set of Web based tools that gives you access to a variety of PCC resources, including registration, e-mail, calendar, groups, course tools, and many others. This is all accessed through your Internet browser and in many cases can be customized to meet your specific needs.

Q: How do I login to MyPCC?

A: Go to my.pcc.edu and follow these steps to get started. 

1. As a first time user click on the ‘First Time User?’ link underneath the login button, you will be asked to set your password, which needs to be at least nice characters containing letters and numbers. Clock Save Changes when you’re done.
2. As a first time user, you will also be asked to create a secret questions and the answer. If you later forget your password, you can ask for the secret question and entering the answer will allow you to set a new password for your account. Click Save Changes.
3. Return to the main login screen. Type your user name. This is your first and last name separated by a period (example: john.doe). Some users will have a number that follows their last name. If you’re not sure what your user name is, click the ‘Login Help’ link to find out.
4. Type your password. If this is your first time loggin into MyPCC, your password will be your birthdate (example: May 6, 1983 = 050683). If you forget your password, click the ‘Login Help’ link to use your secret question to set a new password.
5. Click the Login button.
6. For more information or assistance using MyPCC, contact the Student Help Desk at 503-977-8200.

Q: What happens next?

A: You will receive a confirmation letter from the college advising you that the PCC Dual Credit process has been completed. At that time you can contact PCC’s Student Records office at 503-614-7100 to order an Official Transcript to be sent to the college of your choice.