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Pasadena City College
Pasadena City College is a highly regarded community college in California, known for its strong academics, transfer programs, and diverse student community.
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Few Questions students frequently ask about Pasadena City College by Nepalese students are:
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- Will applicants be notified of outcomes? Yes. We will keep you up‑to‑date about the status of your application throughout the assessment process.
- Can students apply to study an undergraduate degree if they have undertaken other post-secondary studies (VET or tertiary studies)? Yes. We will accept these qualifications:
- An Australian Year 12 qualification or international equivalent
- A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate, or international equivalent
- At least one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) in a single program of degree-level study at an Australian higher education institution or international equivalent
Few Questions students frequently ask about Pasadena City College by Nepalese students are:
Yes. Nepali +2 (NEB) or A-Levels are accepted for admission.
Minimum: TOEFL iBT 61, IELTS 5.5–6.0, Duolingo 90+.
About $35,000 (NPR 44 lakhs) including tuition, housing, and living.
No. Students live in nearby apartments, homestays, or shared rentals in Pasadena/Los Angeles.
Yes. PCC is known for its Transfer Alliance Program (TAP) with high acceptance to UCLA, UC Berkeley, and other UC schools.
Yes. F-1 visa students can work 20 hrs/week on campus, with jobs in the library, labs, and student centres.
About 87% employment within a year of graduation, with steady income growth.
Limited institutional scholarships are available. Nepali students may also apply for external programs like Fulbright or private scholarships.
It’s safe, walkable, close to Los Angeles, and filled with cultural, career, and networking opportunities.
Goreto provides course counselling, SOP/LOR guidance, visa prep, and scholarship advice — all free for Nepali students.
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This page provides general guidance about studying abroad. Requirements, fees and policies can change. For advice about your situation, speak with a Goreto counsellor before applying.
