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Opportunity Knocks

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Opportunity Knocks

Opportunity Knocks provides high school juniors and seniors in the Beaverton School District with the chance to explore college-level courses in subjects not offered at their high school. This program is designed for students who wish to stay enrolled at their current high school while supplementing their education with one college course per term (up to three courses per year).

What Makes Opportunity Knocks Unique?

Unlike the Early College High School program, where students attend Portland Community College (PCC) full-time and take no classes at their high school, Opportunity Knocks allows students to remain active in their high school while exploring subjects not available in their school’s curriculum. Students can customize their learning without leaving their high school community.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Students must be 16 years or older and enrolled as a junior or senior in the Beaverton School District.
  • Students must be enrolled in at least 4 high school classes (.5 FTE).
  • PCC courses must be 100 or 200-level, taken for a letter grade (A-F), and must not interfere with the student’s high school schedule.
  • Courses must cover subjects not available at the student’s high school. Duplicate subjects will not be approved.
  • PCC Course meeting times cannot interfere with current high school schedule.

How It Works:

  1. Students select one qualifying course per term at the Rock Creek or Sylvania PCC campus.
  2. Students must pass each course to remain eligible for future terms (up to three courses per year).
  3. If you want your PCC class to count for credit on your high school transcript, you must complete Beaverton’s External Credit Prior Approval Form and submit it to your high school counselor before the PCC course begins. Your local high school will make the determination if the course can be added to your high school transcript. Please see your HS counselor for the External Credit Prior Approval Form.

Key Dates: For PCC - Key Dates and Enrollment Information

Key Dates: Winter 2027 PCC Enrollment

  • October 23, 2026 – Winter Schedule Available
    PCC's Winter 2027 course schedule becomes available. Students can begin searching for eligible courses.

  • November 6–16, 2026 – PCC Dual Credit Application Closed
    PCC's application for Dual Credit students will be temporarily closed during this period. New students who have not yet applied to PCC should complete their PCC application before November 6 if possible.

  • November 9, 2026 – Winter Registration Begins
    PCC registration for Winter Term begins. Individual registration dates may vary. Check MyPCC for your specific registration date and time.

  • November 11–December 3, 2026 – Opportunity Knocks Enrollment Window
    Students who have registered for an eligible PCC course may submit (Step 5) to request Opportunity Knocks approval and tuition coverage. If space remains available after December 3, an additional enrollment window may be offered.

  • December 11, 2026 – PCC Payment Deadline
    Students should complete the Opportunity Knocks process during the enrollment window so approved tuition coverage can be processed before PCC's payment deadline.

  • January 4, 2027 – Winter Term Begins
    PCC Winter Term classes begin.

Opportunity Knocks - Enrollment Window

Winter 2027 Enrollment Timeline

Enrollment Window:
November 11, 2026 – December 3, 2026

Students may submit Step 5 during this window to request Opportunity Knocks approval and tuition coverage for an eligible Winter 2027 PCC course.

Students are encouraged to complete the earlier enrollment steps as soon as possible, including:

  • Applying to PCC

  • Completing New Student Orientation

  • Meeting placement or prerequisite requirements

  • Registering for an eligible PCC course

Important Reminder

Space in Opportunity Knocks is limited. Students should complete Step 5 during the November 11–December 3 enrollment window.

If space remains available after the initial enrollment window closes, an additional enrollment window may be offered.A second window is not guaranteed.

Opportunity Knocks staff will review eligible course requests and submit approved student accounts to PCC for tuition credit.

 

Steps for New PCC Students:

If you’ve never taken a class at PCC, review the New Student Orientation page to understand the enrollment process. After completing all steps and submitting your course request, BSD will verify that your request meets Opportunity Knocks requirements.

Cost and Support:

  • Tuition for approved courses is credited directly to the student’s PCC account.
  • Students who qualify for Free or Discounted District Fees can also receive support for:
    • Textbooks
    • Tri-Met passes for transportation to and from campus
  • Students who do not qualify for Free or Discounted Fees are responsible for all course material fees and textbook costs.

If you have not yet completed the Free and Discounted Fees paperwork, visit the school district's link.

For additional information or questions, please contact OpportunityKnocks@beaverton.k12.or.us.

How to Sign Up for Opportunity Knocks

Returning Opportunity Knocks Students can skip ahead to Step 5