Below is the top ten most frequently asked questions by prospective and current students of Portmore Community College

1. How to apply?
Application forms may be collected from the College’s Admissions Office or downloaded from our website. Before submitting your application form, please view the Application Checklist. Additional information about the programme including information on the tuition structure for the programme can be obtained from our Admissions office : (876) 630-1772

2. When to apply?
Applications are continuously being processed throughout the year.
However Applicants who wish to start school in September must submit their application on or before the 31st of August.

Any application submitted after the 31st of August will be processed for the start of the semester in January. For additional information contact the Admissions office by telephone at (876) 630-1772 or via email at info@pcc.edu.jm.

3. What are the entry requirements?
Associate Degree:
A minimum of five (5) CSEC or GCE O’level including English A and Mathematics.

Bachelor's Degree:
Applicant must possess an Associate degree issued by the CCCJ. It should be noted that the qualifying degree must be in an area relevant to the intended programme of study.

CAPE:
CAPE applicants are required to have a minimum of five (5) CSEC including English A and Mathematics. Applicants are also required to have the CSEC subject equivalent to CAPE subject of choice.

CSEC:
Students are required to have at least completed Grade 11. No other academic entry requirements needed.

4. Are there Tuition Payment Options?
For students who may be unable to pay their full tuition fee in one installment at the start of the academic year, the college offers the following semester payment options. See the TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS document for more information.

5. How can I finance my education?
You can consider contacting the Student Loan Bureau (SLB), a commercial bank or a credit union. Also view the following list of organizations where students may seek out tutition funding.

6. Is there a dress code?
The Portmore Community College is a tertiary institution that prepares individuals for professional employment. In addition, we are a Ministry of Education Institution and therefore we are expected to adhere to certain codes of conduct and modes of dress. You are therefore being advised to review the dress code and adhere to same once you decide to attend the college.

7. Do I have to buy all the books on my reading lists?
Trying to buy all the books on your reading list can become very costly very quickly! You can access books through the library – ask a librarian to assist you if you are not sure how to find a book or need to know more about borrowing restrictions. You can also access the Library website or the Library's Online Library Catalogue.

8. How do I get a student ID card?
ID card collection will be timetabled and you will be informed when we will be having ID card sessions.

9. How do I print/scan/photocopy?
You may print/scan/photocopy at the college's Document Centre which is located on campus. You may print from your own device or email.

10. How can I get my laptop and/or phone connected to the internet?
Wi-Fi is available on campus for our students. For assistance getting connected to the internet, you can speak with one of our IT Lab Technicans.