Portland Community College Portland, Oregon

Portland Community College’s Veterinary Technology program offers a comprehensive and immersive educational experience for aspiring veterinary technicians. As one of the few programs of its kind in the Pacific Northwest, PCC provides unique opportunities for hands-on learning through its on-campus farm and diverse animal population. Students gain practical skills in surgical, medical, laboratory, and interpersonal areas, preparing them for a wide range of responsibilities in animal healthcare. The program’s strong emphasis on experiential learning includes three extensive externships, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world challenges. With a long-standing AVMA accreditation and exceptional VTNE pass rates, PCC demonstrates its commitment to academic excellence and student success. Graduates are highly sought after by employers in veterinary clinics, zoos, research facilities, and other animal-related fields, making this program a strong launchpad for a rewarding career.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Portland Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.