Pasadena City College (PCC)

A picturesque campus in one of Southern California’s most pleasant small cities, Pasadena City College (PCC) offers professional programs as well as strong academics for students who wish to transfer to a four-year school.

Located on the edge of the city of Pasadena, the PCC campus is made up of remodeled buildings and scenic outdoor areas.

Right next door is the city of Pasadena which has world-class shopping, great restaurants, theatres and museums.

Academics at PCC include a Teacher Education program and programs in Business, Engineering, English, Health Sciences, Languages, Mathematics, Library Science and Performing and Visual Arts. Many students from these programs transfer to UC, Cal State, or private universities and colleges.

PCC also has a substantial number of professional two-year programs in such fields as Accounting, Automotive Technology, Cosmetology, Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Paralegal Studies and Speech Language Pathology Assisting. There is also a professional program in Film and Television Production.

The PCC campus sponsors a student-run radio station, a student art gallery, a theatre, as well as student organizations and recreational opportunities.

PCC has an open admissions policy for all students, regardless of educational background.

Those who reside in California can enjoy a reduced tuition. Financial aid is also available to those who qualify. There is also an Upward Bound program for students from challenged home environments.

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