Apply to PCC
Your complete application packet should include the following:
1) International application form
Choose the tab for the term you would like to apply for, and click on that “online application” button.
All application documents are due by the following dates:
Winter 2020
Applications must be submitted
| Student group | Dates | Application link |
|---|---|---|
| Outside US / Initial | March 18, 2019 – October 9, 2019 | Online application » for Winter 2020 Or, you can fill out the Winter 2020 paper application |
| Inside US / Transfer | March 18, 2019 – November 25, 2019 |
Financial documents cannot be dated before
- February 18, 2019
Orientation week – MANDATORY ATTENDANCE ALL DAYS
- December 9 – 13, 2019
First day of class
- January 6, 2020
Spring 2020
Applications must be submitted
| Student group | Dates | Application link |
|---|---|---|
| Outside US / Initial | June 10, 2019 – January 16, 2020 | Online application » Or, you can fill out the Spring 2019 paper application |
| Inside US / Transfer | June 10, 2019 – March 2, 2020 |
Financial documents cannot be dated before
- May 10, 2019
Orientation week – MANDATORY ATTENDANCE ALL DAYS
- March 16 – 20, 2020
First day of class
- March 30, 2020
Summer 2020
Applications must be submitted
| Student group | Dates | Application link |
|---|---|---|
| Outside US / Initial | September 9, 2019 – April 8, 2020 | Online application » Or, you can fill out the Spring 2019 paper application |
| Inside US / Transfer | September 9, 2019 – May 25, 2020 |
Financial documents cannot be dated before
- August 9, 2019
Orientation week – MANDATORY ATTENDANCE ALL DAYS
- June 8 – 12, 2020
First day of class
- June 22, 2020
Fall 2020
Applications must be submitted
| Student group | Dates | |
|---|---|---|
| Outside US / Initial | December 9, 2019 – July 7, 2020 | Online application » Or, you can fill out the Spring 2019 paper application |
| Inside US / Transfer | December 9, 2019 – August 24, 2020 |
Financial documents cannot be dated before
- November 9, 2019
Orientation week – MANDATORY ATTENDANCE ALL DAYS
- September 8 – 11, 2020
First day of class
- September 21, 2020
2) Passport photo page
- Submit a copy of your passport photo page (with picture, name, and date of birth).
3) Academic transcripts
- Submit academic transcripts (list of classes and grades) from your current or most recent high school, college, or university.
- If the transcripts are not in English, you must submit a copy in the original language along with an English translation.
- The transcript (or the English translation) must include the name and address of the high school, college, or university.
- For initial admissions purposes, unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, official transcripts may later be required.
4) Proof of financial resources
- Complete and submit the Statement of Financial Responsibility form.
- Submit all required supporting documents as detailed on the Statement of Financial Responsibility form.
5) Proof of English proficiency
English proficiency is NOT required for admission to PCC, but you may be exempted from the ESOL placement testing and ESOL program if you are able to show proof of English proficiency.
- Submit Proof of English Proficiency
6) Health insurance agreement
- Read, sign and submit International Student Health Insurance Agreement
Additional requirements
- Age requirement: In general, applicants should be turning 18 years of age in the first term they attend PCC. However, we do accept students aged 16 to 17 if certain requirements are met. The Admissions Team will provide the applicant with the necessary paperwork and inform them of the special guidelines.
- Transfer students: There are a few additional steps for transfer students
- Former PCC students on suspension: There are alternative steps for students on suspension
Submitting materials
Materials can be submitted in person, as email attachments or as fax to:
Portland Community College
International Student Services – Rock Creek Campus
17705 NW Springville Rd (Building 3, Room 223)
Portland, OR 97229
Phone: +1-971-722-7150 | Fax: +1-971-722-7170 | international@pcc.edu