College Credit Plus

What is College Credit Plus?

College Credit Plus College Credit Plus Sole state program in which students can earn dual credit Counts for both high school and college Complete degree in fewer terms and with greater flexibility counts

College Credit Plus CCP Facts Open to grades 7-12 Take courses summer, fall, and spring and semesters Free at public institutions College-readiness required Ohio’s new College Credit Plus can help students earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses from community colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wide variety of options to college-ready students. Taking a college course from a public college or university College Credit Plus is free. That means no cost for tuition, books or fees. If you choose to attend a private college or university, you may have limited costs. 

Who participates in CCP at LCCC? College Credit Plus Who participates in CCP at LCCC? LCCC will be using Accuplacer, as well as ACT/SAT, for college level assessment.

College Credit Plus CCP at LCCC: 2015-2016 2,643 students participated - 47% in 12th grade; 33% in 11th; 15% in 10th ; 4% in 9th; 0.9% in 8th; 0.3% in 7th 320 different courses taken 23,903 credits earned (96% passing rate!) Ohio’s new College Credit Plus can help students earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses from community colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wide variety of options to college-ready students. Taking a college course from a public college or university College Credit Plus is free. That means no cost for tuition, books or fees. If you choose to attend a private college or university, you may have limited costs. 

College Credit Plus College-readiness determined by college. At LCCC, no minimum GPA, but test scores are required. LCCC will be using Accuplacer, as well as ACT/SAT, for college level assessment.

Apply and Get Admitted Participate by getting admitted into a college. College Credit Plus Apply and Get Admitted Participate by getting admitted into a college. May have to take a placement test and other criteria.

College Credit Plus Student Choice Students can choose any course that applies toward a degree or workforce certification, including: Transfer Module Electives Online Students can choose any course that applies toward a degree or workforce certification at a public (or participating private) college. In addition to being non-remedial, College Credit Plus courses may not be religious in nature. LCCC’s Religious Studies courses are permitted under CCP. Students can take courses online or at any of our learning centers.

Graduate with College Credit College Credit Plus Graduate with College Credit Earn up to 30 college credit hours per academic year, including summer. No more than 120 college credit hours while in the program.

CCP & Interscholastic Athletics College Credit Plus CCP & Interscholastic Athletics Student athletes should: Confirm their school is an OHSAA member. Learn the OHSAA requirements. Not rely on summer CCP courses to reduce the classes/courses they take during the fall and spring terms.

How Many Credits Can I Take? College Credit Plus How Many Credits Can I Take? Count the number of secondary units for which the student is earning only high school credit Multiply that number by 3 Subtract that number from 30 Example: Student is enrolled for 4 secondary units 4x3=12 30-12=18 Student is eligible to take 18 college credit hours during the current academic year

Books and Fees Students attending a public college College Credit Plus Books and Fees Students attending a public college do not pay for either books or fees. Students attending a private college may have a cost that includes books and fees.

Find the Colleges and Courses that Fit College Credit Plus Find the Colleges and Courses that Fit Students have options Counselors will share sample pathways with you Pathways are courses to help you choose, not obligate you

College Credit Plus A semester college course of 3 or more credits counts as a one-year high school class.

College Credit Plus Weighted Grades College courses must be weighted the same as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate in the same subject area. AP, IB Course College Course

Under what scenarios can a qualified student use College Credit Plus?

College Credit Plus You want to take college courses to satisfy your high school graduation requirements. You completed your high school graduation required classes and you want to begin college work. You want to explore college and take a course in a subject that interests you.

Transfer your CCP credits to LCCC or another college/university College Credit Plus Transfer your CCP credits to LCCC or another college/university www.transferology.com But retain entering freshman status for scholarships!

Pathways for UP bachelor’s degrees, starting in 9th grade College Credit Plus Pathways for UP bachelor’s degrees, starting in 9th grade College courses FREE through CCP Tuition savings of up to 80% of a traditional 4-year program www.lorainccc.edu/myuniversity

Other Benefits Attend college classes while still in high school College Credit Plus Other Benefits Attend college classes while still in high school Count credits for both high school and college Reduce overall cost of college education Remain in high school environment Take courses not available at high school Increase opportunities for career exploration Access LCCC services

Grades are Applied to Graduation Requirements College Credit Plus Grades are Applied to Graduation Requirements The grade you earn in the college course is applied to your high school graduation required class.

If you fail the class or drop it too late, you may have to pay for it. College Credit Plus If you fail the class or drop it too late, you may have to pay for it. Classes failed or withdrawn with an “F” will receive an “F” on the high school and college transcripts and will be computed into the high school and college GPA. If you do not receive a passing grade, the district may, in some instances, seek reimbursement for the amount of state funds paid to the college on your behalf for that college course. The school district may withhold grades and credits received for high school courses taken until reimbursement has been made.

Other Cautions Removed from HS environment May miss HS activities College Credit Plus Other Cautions Removed from HS environment May miss HS activities Exposed to adult content Follow LCCC’s academic calendar College transcripts are permanent records For failures, high school graduation can be jeopardized

College Credit Plus Deadline for Students: April 1 Notify your school if you intend to participate next year. You can use the “Intent to Participate” form here: www.OhioHigherEd.org/CCP

College Credit Plus What’s next? Submit your CCP application, with signatures and transcripts, to LCCC by April 15 (summer) June 15 (fall) October 15 (spring) Complete Accuplacer OR send ACT/SAT scores ACT: 18 E, 22 M, 22 R Visit www.accuplacer.collegeboard.org for sample questions

After Admission Create your MyCampus Account College Credit Plus After Admission Create your MyCampus Account Complete orientation and CSI (in-person or online through MyCampus) www.lorainccc.edu/orientation Meet with your HS guidance counselor to discuss course selections and complete the Course Authorization Form

Scheduling Classes Schedule an appointment with your LCCC advisor College Credit Plus Scheduling Classes Schedule an appointment with your LCCC advisor Advising sessions at LCCC and some high schools Enrollment Services Hours: visit the website to see your advisor’s availability Order your books online, then pick them up!

College Credit Plus For More Information www.ohiohighered.org/ccp

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