Written by Chet Raj BhandariPasadena City College (PCC) is a public community college in Pasadena, California, founded initially as Pasadena Junior College in 1924.
PCC is known for its high transfer rates to universities like UCLA and UC Berkeley, and offers great programs in health sciences, visual arts, and engineering.
The total number of students in PCC is approximately 27,257, of which about 4% is international student population.
Source: https://pasadena.edu
Source: https://pasadena.edu
Levels of Education offered:
Instructional Divisions:
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Source: PCC Rankings
| Expense Type | Cost (USD) | Approx. Cost (NPR*) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $11,382 | NPR 1,514,000 |
| Medical Insurance | $1,500 | NPR 199,500 |
| Room & Board | $19,431 | NPR 2,584,000 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,100 | NPR 146,000 |
| Total (per year) | ~$35,000 | ~NPR 4,443,000 |
*USD 1 = NPR 133 approx.
Source: https://pasadena.edu
Source: PCC Library
Source: PCC Career Center
Source: PCC Career Services
Source: PCC Alumni
Source: PCC International Admissions
For Application:
For Visa Stage:
Source: PCC International Admissions
Steps:
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Prog Code:
N/A
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Strong transfer to UC and CSU.
Associate in Science – Engineering & Technology
Prog Code:
N/A
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Transfer to UC Berkeley, UCLA engineering schools.
Prog Code:
N/A
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Pathway to arts programs at UC/CSU.
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Includes nursing prerequisites, allied health programs.
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Combines audio engineering, production, and performance skills.
Associate in Arts – English & Language Studies
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Strong liberal arts foundation for transfer.
Associate in Arts – Theater & Performance Arts
Duration:
2 years
Part time jobs:
Yes
PGWP eligibility:
Yes
IELTS:
5.5–6.0
TOEFL:
61+
PTE:
50+
*Note:
Prepares for acting, stage design, and UC transfers.
Pasadena City College does not provide on-campus dormitories, but students find housing in apartments, shared housing, or homestays in Pasadena and nearby Los Angeles.
| Type | Monthly Cost (USD) | Monthly Cost (NPR*) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Apartment | $800–$1,000 | NPR 106,400–133,000 |
| Private Apartment | $1,200–$1,600 | NPR 159,600–212,800 |
| Homestay | $900–$1,200 | NPR 119,700–159,600 |
*USD 1 = NPR 133 approx.
Source: PCC Housing Office
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