The college began as an industrial education center in 1962. Since then, PCC has grown to become a fully accredited two-year community college with programs in varied academic programs, Continuing Education programs, and Cultural Enrichment programs.
A contract program with East Carolina University enables students in appropriate programs to transfer on for a four-year education. Since its founding, tens of thousands of students have benefited from the individual, personalized attention the college provides to its students.