College Expectations
How Prepared Are You?
Portland Community College offers placement tests in math and English. Contact the Admissions Office at the campus where you plan to enroll.
Use the information below as a general guideline to gauge minimum PCC Program requirements for completion in Criminal Justice and Legal Services-related Pathways.
- For a program that takes less than one year, there are minimal or no program entry requirements.
- For a one-year certificate program, students should place at basic math – arithmetic (Math 20*) and basic reading (RD 90) and writing (WR 90).
- For a two-year certificate program, students should place at an introductory algebra level (MTH 65) and English Composition (WR 121).
- For advanced degree programs, students should place at college algebra (MTH 111), Statistics and Calculus and English Composition/Technical Writing (WR 121, 122, 227).
*Some programs may require a higher level of these basic skills.
Career Ladder – PCC and Beyond
If you’re interested in taking your PCC education a step further, consider building on your experience and earn advanced degrees. There are opportunities to continue your education in the following fields:
PCC Programs
- Criminal Justice
- Associate of Applied Science Degree
- Certificate in Juvenile Corrections
- Paralegal
- Associate of Applied Science Degree
- Certificate
PCC Scholarships
Four-Year Degrees
- Pioneer Pacific College (Criminal Justice)
- Portland State University (Criminology and Criminal Justice Programs)
- Southern Oregon University (Criminology and Criminal Justice)
- Western Business College (Criminal Justice)
- Western Oregon University (Criminal Justice)
For additional University programs outside the State of Oregon, refer to the individual state’s Department of Education for specific programs and university offerings in law and criminal justice. In Washington, visit http://www.k12.wa.us/
