earning college credit while in high school
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EARNING COLLEGE CREDIT
WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL
Overview of CC+
• College Credit Plus (CC+) is an opportunity for qualified high
school students to take college classes before graduation
• CC+ Covers all dual credit programs• High School and College Credit
• Free of charge to the student
• On campus, at the high school and on-line
• Students may also participate in a self-pay option. These
students will receive college credit (no high school credit
available)
WHAT IS COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS?
Self-Pay
WHY WOULD I DO SELF-PAY?
1. Self-Pay is the only option available during the summer
2. Self-pay students may not want to have college classes on
the high school transcript
3. Non-public and Home School students may do self-pay if they
do not receive state funding for CC+
What does CC+ Cover?
• CC+ students will have costs paid by the school district. This
includes:
• Tuition
• Books (student may be required to return at the end of the
term)
• Fees
• CC+ does not include:
• Optional Fees (parking, gym membership)
• Transportation
Maximum Credit Hours
• CC+ Limits students to 30 credit hours MAX per academic year
Formula to determine eligible college hours:
• Take student’s # of high school only Carnegie units and multiply by 3.
• Subtract that answer from 30.
• This will give you the number of hours for which student may earn in that academic year.
Benefits of CC+
• Free college credit
• Opportunity to enroll in classes not available at high school
• Exposure to college faculty/ college expectations
• College credit may transfer easily (especially between public
institutions within Ohio)
Risks of CC+
• Financial Risk
• College coursework may be more rigorous and take more time
than high school coursework
• Transportation not provided for on-campus classes
• Course credit may not transfer to private or out-of-state
colleges
• Federal Financial Aid may be impacted
Who can participate in CC+?
• Students must be in grades 7 – 12
• Students must file letter of intent with HS counselor by April 1
• Students must meet the admission criteria set by the college
Who should participate in CC+?
• Students who are motivated and mature
• Students who are academically strong students
• Students who want to explore academic areas that may not
be available at their high school
• Students who have the time to devote to college classes
CC+, AP, IB, Honors—What’s Best?
• Selective admissions colleges look for students who have the
most rigorous courses
• Both the subject matter and the level of rigor are considered
• Students should take math all four years of high school
• Natural Sciences and Foreign Language courses are also highly
rigorous
• It is often better to take a rigorous high school course than a
college course
What are your next steps?
1. Meet with your high school counselor to discuss your
options
2. Complete the “Intent to Participate” form at your high
school by April 1
3. Apply for admission to the college of your choice
“Establishing a quality dual credit
program will enhance [our] efforts and
create reliable pathways that produce
more college- and career-ready
citizens.”
John Carey
Chancellor, Ohio Board of Regents
• The Ohio State
version of College
Credit Plus is
called The Ohio
State Academy
Program.
The Ohio State Academy
Participating in the Academy
• Academy students will take classes on one of our
campuses.
• There are a limited number of on-line courses, and
we do not offer coursework in the high school.
• Students may choose from a wide range of courses,
from Anthropology, Astronomy, Animal Sciences to
Arabic, Portuguese or Polish.
Considerations for families
• It takes time to come to campus!
• Students should be mature and motivated if they are
participating in an individual course (not part of a
cohort of high school students).
• Discuss your student’s priorities and goals before
applying to The Ohio State Academy Program.
Admission Criteria for Columbus
OSU Academy
• Admission must mirror our process for incoming freshmen
students.
• We use a holistic review process, and consider each student’s:• Class rank or cumulative GPA
• Completion of college prep coursework
• Rigor of coursework (Honors, Advanced Placement, etc.)
• Leadership and involvement
• Recommendations from teachers and counselors
• Application Deadline• Autumn semester – May 1
• Spring Semester – November 1
Admission Criteria—Regional Campuses
OSU Academy
• Newark, Marion, Mansfield and Lima
• Open Enrollment Campuses• Students must meet the Remediation Free Guidelines of the
State of Ohio to be admitted
• We use ACT or SAT, not COMPASS
How do Students Schedule Classes
in the OSU Academy?
• Class selection occurs at Orientation in late summer
• Academy students will meet with an advisor at Orientation and
before each following semester to set up schedule.
• Admission to the Academy doesn’t guarantee enrollment in a
specific course.• Students must meet pre-requisite requirements.
• Students may find that a class isn’t offered at a time that fits their
schedule.
• The class may be full by the time the Academy student
schedules.
How Does CCP Impact Admissions?
• Academy students will still need to apply for admission to Ohio
State after high school graduation.
• CCP courses will affect your high school grade point average
and class rank, so students who do well will have opportunities
for admission and scholarships.
For More Information about the
OSU Academy:
Michele C. Brown
Senior Assistant Director
Undergraduate Admissions
(614) 688-4468
http://undergrad.osu.edu/academy
Columbus State Community College
• Classes offered on campus, online, or in your high school
• Downtown Columbus campus, Delaware campus or Regional Learning Centers
• Wide range of courses and pathways available
Academics
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• Career and Tech
• Business & Marketing
• Computers & Interactive Media
• Construction Sciences
• Engineering & Skilled Trades
• Health & Medical
• Human & Public Services
• Arts and Sciences
• Associate of Arts and Associate of Science
• General Education Requirements/Transfer
What We Offer
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• Advising Services• C.A.S.E. (Center for Advising, Support, and Exploration)• Preferred Pathways with 8 partner institutions
• The Ohio State University, Franklin University, Ohio University, Otterbein, Ohio Dominican, Ohio Wesleyan, Miami University, and Capital
• Tutoring
• Disability Services
• Counseling Services
• Writing Center
• Registration Workshops
Once you’re admitted, you’re admitted!
Cost Savings
• Columbus State tuition (per credit hour) $135.93
• CC+ students may take up to 30 credit hours per academic year
and up to 120 credit hours total
• Savings* (*at 30 hour maximum per year)
• $4,077.90—1 year
• $8,155.80—2 years
• Sample Courses taken by high school students (Arts and Sciences pathway)
Autumn Spring
COLS 1101 (1 credit hour) MATH 1148 (4 credit hours)
ENGL 1100 (3 credit hours) ENGL 2367 (3 credit hours)
POLS 1100 (3 credit hours) POLS 1250 (3 credit hours)
$951.51--Savings $1359.30--Savings
Finishing Your 2-Year Degree at
Columbus State after HS Graduation
Columbus State is AFFORDABLE!Tuition* Comparison to 4-year public and private institutions in Ohio
Annual tuition for a Full-time student
Columbus State$4,077.90
Miami University
$13,533
University of Cincinnati
$11,000
Ohio University
$10,536
Capital University
$31,990
Otterbein University
$31,424
University of Dayton
$37,230
*All tuition amounts are reflective of the 2014-2015 academic year
Admission Criteria
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• Open Admissions
• No GPA requirement
• Must meet course placement requirements
• “College-Ready Standards” *(if required for course)
ACT COMPASS
Reading 21 or Higher 81 or Higher
English/Writing 18 or Higher 69 or Higher
Mathematics 22 or Higher Algebra Domain- 52 or Higher
Course Eligibility
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• Placement
• Compass or ACT scores
• Prerequisite
• Prior Coursework
• AP scores
• Other previously earned college credit (must send official
transcript to Columbus State)
• Plan of Study, or Pathway
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Admissions Process
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• Apply online• CSCC Application
• Receive Cougar ID# (you will need this in order to test)
• Test• Take Compass or submit ACT scores
• May or may not be coordinated through your high school
• Orientation and Registration• All CC+ students will be required to complete an orientation and
registration session
• Students will receive information via email
• Registration forms will be obtained from School Counselor
Admissions Timeline and Important Dates
CSCC Dual Credit Program
• April 1st—deadline to notify your school counselor of your desire to
participate in College Credit Plus
• May 1st—deadline to submit Columbus State admissions application
for Autumn 2015
• June 1st—deadline to submit ACT scores, complete Compass testing,
and to submit course registration forms*
• November 1st—deadline to submit Columbus State admissions
application for Spring 2016
For More Information about the
CSCC Dual Credit Program :
http://www.cscc.edu/community/dual-credit
For More Information about the
CSCC Dual Credit Program :
Jacqueline Stewart Kimberly ConnellDirector Assistant Director
Dual Credit Dual Credit
614-287-5708 614-287-5961
Questions?
Thank you for attending!