Portland Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$9,131
Average Net Price
66%
Receive Aid
31%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Portland Community College is $9,131 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$9,131

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

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

Financial Aid

Portland Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 66% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 31% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

66%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

31%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $4,608 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $4,608. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,008, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,608

Out-of-State: $4,608

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,808

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,308

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,808

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,808

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,308

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,608
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,808

Cost Analysis

Analyze how PCC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Portland Community College has decreased costs by $1,035, representing a 10.2% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,166

Current Year

$9,131

Change

$-1,035

Affordability & Value

Portland Community College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid66%
Pell grant recipients31%
Student-faculty ratio18:1