Portland Community College

Portland Community College is a public two-year institution located in Portland, Oregon, in a large city setting. The college enrolls 34,158 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 30.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 18% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 63% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers an extensive catalog of certificate programs in technical trades and engineering technology fields. Programs include Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Construction Engineering Technology/Technician, Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD, Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD, Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector, Building/Construction Site Management/Manager, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician, and Animation/Interactive Technology/Video Graphics and Special Effects.

Located in Portland, Oregon's largest city, the college is one of the largest community colleges in the Pacific Northwest. Its comprehensive technical programs serve a diverse student population and align with the region's strong construction, manufacturing, and technology employment base.