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What is MathType?
MathType?is an interactive equation editor that lets you create mathematical notation for word processing, web pages, desktop publishing, and presentations.? […]
I have a previous degree. Why does my GRAD Plan audit show that I need Writing, Math, or Reading competency?
You need to have your transcripts evaluated by PCC Student Records in order for it to show on your degree […]
I’m a high school student in Beaverton School District. Where can I get more information about attending PCC?
Through the Beaverton Early College programs, you can earn a diploma from your high school and credits that apply to […]
I have failed a class twice. Am I allowed to take it a third time at PCC?
At PCC, the Academic Regulations state you may re-take a course in which you earn a letter grade of D […]
What is CPN?
CPN stands for Course Progress Notification. If your instructor is using CPN, you will receive an email letting you know […]
How can I get extra tickets for my family and friends to attend my graduation?
Tickets are not required for the graduation ceremony. Invite as many people as you want. For more information visit www.pcc.edu/graduate.
Do I have to get course descriptions from my previous school in order to transfer them to PCC?
Usually not. PCC has access to course catalogs and descriptions for most other U.S. colleges and universities from 1996 to […]
I can’t attend the first day of class; what should I do?
Make sure you contact your instructor right away if you know you CANNOT attend the first day of class. The […]
If I took a class for 3 credits, and now PCC is offering it for 4 credits, can I buy the missing credit?
No. Courses that have changed from 3 credits to 4 credits have had substantial changes in both breadth and depth […]
Why has PCC changed some courses from 3-credits to 4-credits, and how do these changes benefit students?
The purpose was to make transferring to schools in the Oregon University Systems (especially to PSU, where most of our […]