Project DEgree
SE Center MSH 106 | project.degree@pcc.edu
Resource Specialists: Alison Butler, 971-722-6115 | Arlene McCashew, 971-722-6297
Project DEgree is a new program at the PCC Southeast Center that offers an optional cohort approach to Development Education. Project DEgree is offered Fall and Winter terms.
Benefits of Project DEgree
Participate in a learning community where you take classes with the same group of students. Benefits include:
- Referrals to resources, such as financial aid, tutoring, counseling student activities and health services.
- Personal advising and guidance including assistance with problem solving, time management, goal setting and stress management from a Resource Specialist.
- A $100 textbook voucher is available for the first three terms you are enrolled.
- A course on student success free of charge.
- The opportunity to engage in cross-curriculum projects involving all of your classes.
- Free math tutoring.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to participate in Project DEgree, you must:
- Have earned a high school diploma or GED
- Be 18 to 32 years old (with some exceptions)
- Place into Reading 90 and Writing 90 and Math 20 or higher (see more on PCC Placement Tests)
- Commit to the class schedule and tuition (financial aid is available to those who qualify)
- Be willing to make the time and financial commitment to your future to complete your college degree
What's Next?
- If you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, complete a Project DEgree application and return by mail.
- If you have any questions, please contact a Project DEgree Advisor.
