1. College Credit Plus

2. What is College Credit Plus?

3. College Credit Plus College Credit Plus is Ohio’s dual credit program
Students earn high school and college credit at the same time
Students enroll in college courses and adhere to the requirements of the college
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4. College Credit Plus
CCP Facts
Open to grades 7-12 Must complete an assessment exam and be determined “eligible” for College Credit Plus May apply to any public college or participating private college May apply to multiple institutions
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. 

5. College Credit Plus
CCP Facts
Prospective CCP Students: May choose from a variety of college- level courses (as determined by placement testing) Must be Ohio residents
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. 

6. CCP Facts
Prospective CCP Students: Can earn credit to satisfy both high school and college requirements 3+ Credit Hours = 1 High School Unit Must successfully complete the courses in order to earn the credit

7. CCP Facts Prospective CCP Students:
May take classes in the summer, fall, and spring semesters
May take courses at the high school*, college campus, or online
*This option is available if the high school has partnered with a college or university to offer college courses at the high school

8. 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.

9. College Credit Plus
CCP at LCCC:
3,204 students participated % in 12th grade; 30.8% in 11th; 16.2% in 10th ; 6.5% in 9th; 2.4% in 8th; 0.7% in 7th 306 different courses taken 28,353 credits earned (95.2% completion 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. 

10. How can students participate in College Credit Plus?
LCCC will be using Accuplacer, as well as ACT/SAT, for college level assessment.

11. College Credit Plus
Assess
Step 1:
Students must be eligible for College Credit Plus participation based on assessment exam scores

12. Assess LCCC accepts ACT, SAT, and/or Accuplacer Scores.
College Credit Plus
Assess
LCCC accepts ACT, SAT, and/or Accuplacer Scores.
Each college/university has different exam requirements

13. College Credit Plus
Assess
Students’ scores must indicate that they are ready for “college-level” courses in at least one subject area
Colleges and universities will review students’ scores using statewide standards
ACT: 18 English, 22 Reading, 22 Math
SAT: 480 EBRW, 530 Math

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Assess
If a student’s scores are not “college-level,” other conditions may be considered depending on the exam scores and if the student has:
Overall GPA (3.0) or
Recommendation form/letter from school official

15. Apply Students must apply for admission
College Credit Plus
Apply
Students must apply for admission
Contact the college to learn about their processes, paperwork and deadlines
Colleges have the final decision on student admission

16. College Credit Plus
Advise
If the student is considered eligible and has been admitted to the college/university, then the college will discuss course options with the student

17. What Courses Can Students Take?
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What Courses Can Students Take?
Students can choose courses that apply towards 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.

18. What Course Can Students Take?
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What Course Can Students Take?
Courses must be college-level (non-remedial) and nonreligious
College advisors will help students know which courses they can take based on assessment scores and course prerequisites
School counselors can help students understand requirements and course substitutions
Schools might have additional requirements in addition to the state minimum*
*Students must completed End of Course exams for English, Math, and Science

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What About Grades?
CCP grades earned in college courses are the same grades that will be on the high school transcript
Grades will be factored into the high school and college GPA

20. 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

21. How Many Classes Can I Take?
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How Many Classes Can I Take?
Students may be enrolled in up to 30 credit hours including high school only courses:
The maximum number of credits allowable during the program is 120
30 – (high school credits x 3) =
Maximum college credit hours

22. How Many Classes Can I Take?
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How Many Classes Can I Take?
If a student enrolls in more than 30 credit hours, school will discuss with the student whether to:
Drop the course or
Pay for the entire course

23. How Many Classes Can I Take?
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How Many Classes Can I Take?
If a student enrolls in more than 30 credit hours and PAYS for the course:
Student/family will assume the cost of course credits and books at the college’s standard rates

24. What are the Differences Between High School and College?
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What are the Differences Between High School and College?

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Differences
Tests:
High School: Tests are sometimes given weekly or at the end of the chapter
College: Tests are generally fewer in number covering more material

26. Differences Study Time:
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Differences
Study Time:
High School: Required homework ranges between 1 to 3 hours per day
College: Standard rule of 2 to 3 hours of homework for every hour spent in class (3 to 5 hours per day)

27. Differences Knowledge Acquisition:
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Differences
Knowledge Acquisition:
High School: Information provided mostly in-class. Out-of-class research is minimal.
College: Coursework will generally require more independent thinking, longer writing assignments, and out-of-class research

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Differences
Grades:
High School: Numerous quizzes, tests, and homework assignments
College: Fewer tests and fewer, if any, homework assignments will be used to determine final grades

29. Differences Parent Role:
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Differences
Parent Role:
High School: Parents are strong advocates working closely with teachers and counselors
College: Parent serves as a mentor and support for the student; the college views the student as independent decision-maker
College: The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects student education records

30. What are the benefits of participating?
College Credit Plus
September 2017
What are the benefits of participating?
Students can earn high school and college credits at the same time
Students can get a “head start” on college degrees or certificates

31. What are the benefits of participating?
College Credit Plus
September 2017
What are the benefits of participating?
Students can experience college early to understand the expectations of college life
Students can save tuition and textbook costs

32. Other Benefits Reduce overall cost of college education
College Credit Plus
Other Benefits
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

33. What are the Risks of Underperforming?
College Credit Plus
What are the Risks of Underperforming?
If students fail or withdraw too late from a college course, the district may seek reimbursement for the tuition costs from the student/family
The grades that students earn are on the college transcript permanently

34. What are the Risks of Underperforming?
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What are the Risks of Underperforming?
If students perform poorly, they may be placed on academic probation or dismissal by the college
If students fail or withdraw often, future financial aid may be negatively impacted

35. Other Cautions Removed from HS environment May miss HS activities
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Other Cautions
Removed from HS environment
May miss HS activities
Exposed to adult content
Follow LCCC’s academic calendar
For failures, high school graduation can be jeopardized

36. What does being “college-ready” mean?
College Credit Plus
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What does being “college-ready” mean?
Being “college-ready” is more than just being academically ready
Consider emotional and social transition and college expectations
Consider time management & organizational skills

37. What does being “college-ready” mean?
College Credit Plus
September 2017
What does being “college-ready” mean?
Being “college-ready” is more than just being academically ready
Grades earned in a College Credit Plus course are for high school AND college credit and will be calculated into the student’s GPA
College Credit Plus credits will be utilized in the calculation of financial aid

38. Expenses Students attending a public college
College Credit Plus
Expenses
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.
Homeschool students must pay for textbooks.

39. College Credit Plus
September 2017
Other Expenses
Some optional expenses are the responsibility of the student/family
Example: Parking and transportation

40. What Support Services are Available?
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What Support Services are Available?
High school counselors continue to provide assistance to all CCP students
College advisors provide course selection assistance
Colleges must provide the same supports to CCP students as they do other students

41. What About Athletic Eligibility?
College Credit Plus
What About Athletic Eligibility?
Student athletes should:
Confirm their school is an OHSAA member.
Learn the OHSAA requirements.
Know that summer CCP courses may not be used to bring a student into compliance with the OHSAA requirements for interscholastic athletic participation

42. Will course credits transfer?
College Credit Plus
Will course credits transfer?
Certain general education and technical courses will transfer especially from one public college to another public college
Students must check with colleges to confirm transferability
Students should check for transfer info
But retain entering freshman status for scholarships!

43. 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

44. College Credit Plus
Deadline for Students: April 1, 2018 Notify your school if you intend to participate next year. You can use the “Intent to Participate” form here:

45. 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
SAT: 480 EBRW, 530 Math
Visit for sample questions

46. 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)
Meet with your HS counselor to discuss course selections and complete the Course Authorization Form

47. 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!

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