At PCC, you'll socialize and learn language skills through exciting student activities.
Pursue your interests with over 100 programs.
PCC has four campuses throughout Portland.
Small class sizes and dedicated instructors help our students succeed.
Student clubs meet weekly to practice conversation in a supportive, fun environment.
There's always something new to discover on campus, from sports to cultural events.
PCC credits transfer easily to four-year schools.
The Office of International Student Services (OISS) welcomes you to Oregon and PCC!
PCC is a two-year college offering over 100 areas of study, an ESOL Program, and the option to transfer to a four-year school. We are the largest institution of higher education in Oregon, and we have a vibrant and diverse international student community. PCC has four gorgeous campuses located throughout the city. International students love Portland because it is one of the friendliest and safest cities in the U.S., full of pristine parks, great shopping, and fabulous dining experiences. Wherever you are headed, Portland Community College is a great place to start.
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International student newsletter
Sign up to receive our international student newsletter! Sent each week by the International Student Life Team, our newsletter is packed with important PCC announcements and reminders, events and activities, as well as volunteer opportunities for international students.
Contact us
Phone:
All offices can be reached by calling 971-722-7150.
Email:
international@pcc.edu
On campus:
Cascade
Be sure to carry your PCC ID card with you when you are on campus. You will need your PCC ID card to check in at all of our OISS locations.
Location: SU 308
Office hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8am-5pm
- Wednesday: 8am-5pm (We are closed twice per month for department meetings.)
- Friday: 8am-4pm
Less frequent closures will be posted on the OISS door and in the international student newsletter.
Rock Creek
Be sure to carry your PCC ID card with you when you are on campus. You will need your PCC ID card to check in at all of our OISS locations.
Location: Building 3, room 223
Office hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8am-5pm
- Wednesday: 8am-5pm (We are closed twice per month for department meetings.)
- Friday: 8am-4pm
Less frequent closures will be posted on the OISS door and in the international student newsletter.
Southeast
Be sure to carry your PCC ID card with you when you are on campus. You will need your PCC ID card to check in at all of our OISS locations.
Location: Student Commons 119
Office hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9am-5pm
- Wednesday: 9am-5pm (We are closed twice per month for department meetings.)
- Friday: 9am-4pm
Less frequent closures will be posted on the OISS door and in the international student newsletter.
Sylvania
Be sure to carry your PCC ID card with you when you are on campus. You will need your PCC ID card to check in at all of our OISS locations.
Location: CC 215
Office hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8am-5pm
- Wednesday: 8am-5pm (We are closed twice per month for department meetings.)
- Friday: 8am-4pm
Less frequent closures will be posted on the OISS door and in the international student newsletter.
Emergencies
- 911 for emergency police or medical assistance (on or off campus)
- 971-722-4444 for Campus Public Safety (on campus)
- 971-361-6165 to reach the Office of International Student Services if you have an urgent legal or immigration issue