College Credit Plus
CCP Office Hours
Mon–Thu 8am–5pm
Fri 7:30a-11:30am Remote
Questions?
Contact us at ccp@ncstatecollege.edu
In the College Credit Plus (CCP) program, students in grades 7-12 can qualify to take college courses through North Central State College, at no cost. In CCP, students can earn college credit and fulfill high school graduation requirements at the same time.
- In CCP, students learn to meet college-level standards of academic rigor, and earn credits that can help offset the cost and time it takes to earn a college degree. A large selection of courses and areas of study are available, many guaranteed to transfer to any Ohio public college or university.
- By taking college courses, earning an associate degree at North Central State, and then transferring credits to complete a bachelor’s degree, students experience the benefits of the traditional college path, while saving tens of thousands of dollars along the way.
- North Central State proudly serves school districts and career centers across Ohio, helping students like you enroll in CCP and successfully earn college credit. You can take courses at the college, online, and in many cases at your high school.
Each year hundreds of graduating seniors choose to continue their path with NCSC after graduation. Come see why! Explore our scholarship offerings, small class sizes, flexible course options, 60 associate degrees, two bachelor’s degrees, numerous certificate programs, and transfer opportunities to find the fit that’s right for you!
Recipients of the Tuition Freedom Scholarship (TFS) are awarded scholarship for up to two years of tuition at North Central State College. Qualifying CCP and Career Tech students, who complete at least 6 to 9 credit hours with NCSC, with a minimum college GPA of 2.75, are eligible to apply for TFS. The number of credits earned in CCP with NCSC or through Career Tech labs will be applied toward the scholarship’s cap, an associate degree or 64 credit hours. FAFSA and application deadlines must be met.
Planning Tools
- Examples are ENGL-1010 English Composition I, MATH-1110 College Algebra, and STAT-1010 Statistics. Review this chart for required placement scores (ACCUPLACER and ACT). (PDF)
Work with your CCP advisor to build your individual course plan and pathway for your goals.
- Pathways are groupings of courses that align with future college majors and career fields.
- Each pathway contains 15-30 credit hours or more. Pathways align with future degrees at NCSC and transfer credit opportunities, including Ohio Transfer 36 and Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways. Pathways are a valuable tool to support your course selections in CCP.
- CCP Advisors/Success Coaches can help you plan for success each step of the way, including selecting courses that align with your goals, and tips to navigate college. Stay in touch! Working together we can help you find the best route to your destination.
- Tuition Freedom Scholarship (TFS) recipients must earn between 6-9 college credits with NCSC and a 2.75 college cGPA to qualify for TFS. Scholarship and FAFSA deadlines must also be met.
- Courses taken in CCP can help satisfy high school graduation requirements (PDF) and OHSAA eligibility. Work closely with your school counselor on understanding what you need for each of these requirements. Course descriptions and syllabi are found in the NCSC Catalog.
- With NCSC’s specialized CollegeNow & Sci-Med Academy programs, along with the multiple CCP Pathways, students even have the potential to earn their degree while also graduating high school.
What steps do I complete with NCSC?
- Start by reviewing our CCP enrollment checklist. Submit your CCP application and required paperwork. Check your email for updates.
How do I become CCP Eligible?
- There are three ways a student can establish their CCP eligibility. This is a statewide requirement that must be met in order to participate in CCP (OACC 3333-1-65.14). Review the options on the CCP Eligibility Chart here.
- Ohio’s Dept. of Education for CCP: https://highered.ohio.gov/initiatives/access-acceleration/college-credit-plus
When do I meet with my school counselor & start planning?
- Students should first meet with their school counselor to discuss the interest in CCP; also attend their school’s annual CCP information meeting with a parent/guardian (held between Oct.-Feb.).
- By April 1 annually, public school students must submit their Intent to Participate form to their school counselor.
- By April 1 annually, nonpublic and homeschool students must apply to the Ohio Dept. of Ed. for CCP funding (from Feb-Apr 1). ODE will not accept late applications.
- Familiarize yourself with important college dates and deadlines (application and testing, ACT or ACCUPLACER dates if needed, advising and registration, etc.).
Failure to meet CCP deadlines will delay your enrollment one or more terms.
Your high school or career center may have different deadlines that you will also need to meet for testing or scheduling.
Confirm with your school counselor.
Spring 2024 Semester
Application Deadline for new CCP students
Transcript Deadline
Testing Deadline
New Students: Deadline for Registration, Session A & Full-term courses online or at NCSC
Current Students: Deadline for Registration, Session A & Full-term courses online or at NCSC
Session A & Full-term courses begin (Tue.)
14-day Drop Deadline for Session A & Full-term courses
Last day to withdraw from Session A courses
New Student Registration Deadline for Session B courses online or on NCSC's campus
Current Student Registration Deadline for Session B courses online or on NCSC's campus
Session A courses end
Session B courses begin
14-day Drop Deadline for Session B courses
Last day to withdraw from Full-term courses
Last day to withdraw from Session B courses
Session B and Full-term courses end
Summer 2024 Semester
Application Deadline for new CCP students
Transcript Deadline
Testing Deadline
New Students: Deadline for Registration, classes online or at NCSC
Current Students: Deadline for Registration, classes online or on NCSC's campus
Summer Semester Begins (Tue.)
Summer 2024 14-Day Course Drop Deadline
Summer Term Last Day to Withdraw
Summer Term Ends (Mon.)
Fall 2024 Semester
Application Deadline for new CCP students
Transcript Deadline
Testing Deadline
New Students: Deadline for Registration, Session A & Full-term courses online or at NCSC
Current Students: Deadline for Registration, Session A & Full-term courses online or at NCSC
Session A & Full-term courses begin
14-day Drop Deadline for Session A & Full-term courses
Last day to withdraw from Session A courses
New Student Registration Deadline for Session B courses online or on NCSC's campus
Current Student Registration Deadline for Session B courses online or on NCSC's campus
Session A courses end
Session B courses begin
14-day Drop Deadline for Session B courses
Last day to withdraw from Full-term courses
Last day to withdraw from Session B courses
Session B and Full-term courses end