1. CCP Information Night
April 5, 2019

2. Step 1: Apply to Columbus State
Students will receive an confirmation once application has been submitted
will provide student’s Cougar ID number and directions on how to complete the admissions process (this process takes approximately 5 days)
Check spam filters as some CSCC s go directly to spam (gmail and yahoo accounts)
Students can discover their Cougar ID online
Important note: Columbus State is an open admission institution. All students who apply to Columbus State gain admission to the college. However, students must meet course prerequisites to take classes. Students who do not met course prerequisites will not be eligible to take certain courses.

3. Application Tips Apply with your full legal name (No Nicknames!)
Use an address that you check regularly and accepts outside s
Do not wait until the last minute to apply
Students who apply late may not complete the admissions process in time to get the classes they desire (especially online and on-campus courses)
Students should have autumn semester courses scheduled prior to summer vacation to ensure they secure a seat in their desired courses

4. 2018 -2019 Application Deadlines

5. Step 2: Take Placement tests or submit ACT/SAT scores
Students must complete this step in order to be eligible to register for any course at CSCC (this includes courses taught in the high school)
Students can send their official ACT or SAT scores directly to CSCC by using the following code: 3261
Students can opt to take the college placement tests if ACT or SAT scores do not meet benchmark standards or have not yet taken those tests
SAT Benchmark
Evidence-based Reading and English: 490 or higher
ACT Benchmarks
English 18 or higher
Reading 22 or higher

6. Step 3: Register For Classes Classes Taught in the High School
Students register for high school based courses with their school counselor
Students must follow the rules and guidelines set forth by their high school
Schools submit official rosters of courses to Columbus State for registration
This typically happens 2 weeks prior to the start of a given semester

7. Step 3: Register For Classes Online or On-Campus Courses
Columbus State does not permit CCP students to register for classes online
Students wishing to register for a course taught online or at one of the CSCC campuses must register via their CCP Advisor
Course requests must be submitted by completing an Advising and Registration Request Form.
Form requires a parent/guardian signature and a school counselor signature

8. Questions After Tonight
CCP Resource Guide for Students and Parents:
Jennifer Miller Contact Information: