Advising

How many credits do I need in order to transfer to a 4-year school?
It usually takes a minimum of 36 quarter credits (or 24 semester credits) of 100 or 200 level courses to […]
I want to register for a class but I took the prerequisite at another school. What do I do?
If you have taken the prerequisite at another college, you will need college transcripts (unofficial is fine) for an academic […]
What if I stop taking classes at PCC for awhile and then decide to come back, are my credits still good?
It’s okay to take a break from PCC. There are some things to consider: If you take at least one […]
What is General Education?
Each school has a unique name that they refer to as General Education (GE). For example, Oregon State University calls […]
What is the difference between quarter and semester credits?
The difference is the amount of weeks you are in the class. A quarter school (like PCC) is comprised of […]
Where can I find out what classes I need to take for my degree or major?
You can find your specific PCC degree/major requirements within PCC’s online degree audit system, GRAD Plan.? GRAD plan can be […]
How can I be accepted into the Graphic Design Program?
There is no “official acceptance” to get into the Graphic Design program. It is recommended that you speak to an […]
My teacher is advising me to withdraw from their class, but if I do I will be below 12 credits, what should I do?
If you are a student who is receiving full-time (12 credits minimum) Financial Aid, you will need to speak with […]
How do I drop a class?
Before you drop your class, make sure to take a look at the drop and withdrawal deadlines. To drop a […]
What do “TR” and “U” in the schedule of classes refer to?
“TR” and “U” refer to days of the week. “TR” is a combination of Tuesday and Thursday. “U” refers to […]