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Average
Score: 49/100

Portland Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Portland, Oregon 97219
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 18%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
F
32/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

20,033
Total Enrollment
18%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,131
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Portland Community College

42% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 8,394 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$639,561
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,863
1-Year Change
+2.7%
For parents & investors

The Portland Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $639,561
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,863/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97201 (2.9% cap, Portland)

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🏆 Where Portland Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Music Technology
of 13 schools
#15
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
of 24 schools
#15
Construction Trades, General
of 26 schools
#25
Office Management and Supervision
of 34 schools
#27
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,608 $9,648

Financial Aid

66%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$9,131
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,626
$30,001 - $48,000$8,932
$48,001 - $75,000$10,708
$75,001 - $110,000$13,879
$110,001+$15,645

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 990 grads/yr General Studies 911 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 239 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 225 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 197 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 140 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 126 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 114 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 72 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 68 grads/yr Construction Trades, General 66 grads/yr Design and Visual Communications, General 65 grads/yr Music Technology 58 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 56 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 56 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 54 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 51 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 49 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 39 grads/yr Human Services, General 37 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Portland Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs

Student Demographics

20,033
Total Students
56%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 21%
Black 6%
Asian 9%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 42%
With Family 58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~8,394 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 48%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Portland Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Portland Community College?
Tuition at Portland Community College is $4,608 for in-state students and $9,648 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,131.
What is the graduation rate at Portland Community College?
The graduation rate at Portland Community College is 18%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Portland Community College a good school?
Portland Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Portland Community College?
Portland Community College has a total enrollment of 20,033 students.
Is there rental demand near Portland Community College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Portland Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 8,394 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Portland area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology