Paying for college
PCC provides access to affordable, quality education. Tuition for a year of classes at PCC is about half of what it is for the same classes at a state university. We can also help connect you with resources to help pay for college. PCC students can do almost all college business online, which improves access and saves time.
How much does it cost?
Tuition for residents is $138 per credit. Most classes are 1 to 4 credits each. Example budgets for tuition, fees, and books:
- Half-time (6 credits): about $1200 per term
- Full-time (12 credits): about $2400 per term
See more: tuition and fees.
Help paying for classes
- Financial aid: start by checking eligibility with the FAFSA or ORSAA, and get help and advice at our Financial Aid Office.
- Payment plans: spread costs into affordable payments.
- Scholarships: hundreds of scholarships just for PCC students are available through PCC Foundation scholarships.
- Veterans benefits: get help navigating VA benefits at the Veterans Education Benefits Office.
See all types of payment options: ways to pay.
Your student account
- See your bill: your total charges are displayed up front on the Paying for College tab in MyPCC.
- How to pay: pay in MyPCC or choose another way to pay.
- When to pay: payment is due two weeks before classes start. See payment due dates.
Guides to student finances
If you want to learn more about saving for college, managing credit, and financial aid options, we have a few tutorials that walk through the basics:
- Student’s Guide to Money: education about smart financial decisions.
- Managing Student Loans: understanding student debt and getting the most out of federal aid.
- Your Scholarship Application Guide: how and when to apply for scholarships – a guide for beginners.