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An Introduction to College Credit Plus for Westerville Students & Families March 3, 2015
An Introduction to College Credit Plus for Westerville Students & Families
March 3, 2015
Overview of College Credit Plus (CCP)
• CCP is an opportunity for qualified students in grades 7-12 to take college classes before graduation.
• CCP Covers all dual credit programs including:
on campus, at the high school and on-line
• All public colleges must participate, private colleges can choose to participate.
Benefits of CCP Explore post-secondary interests
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)
Earn an industry credential (or be well on your way to earning one)
Options in your high school You can participate in CCP without leaving your
high school.
5 CCP Courses will be offered in your high school next school year including:Business Technologies Department Science Department
•Computer Concepts and Applications (CSCI 1101)
•Fundamentals of Business & Administrative Services (BMGT1101)
•Marketing Principles (MKTG 1230)
•Medical Terminology (MULT 1010)
•Introduction to Healthcare (MLT 1100)
Options on a College Campus
Students can choose any course that applies toward a degree or workforce certification at a public (or participating private) college.
Enrollment in courses is not guaranteed.
College-readiness determined by college. No minimum GPA required.
Maximum Credit Hours
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.
CCP limits students to 30 credit hours MAX per academic year
What about Summer Term?
CCP applies only during the academic year
Enrolling in summer coursework = Self-pay
Eligible for college credit only
Cost There is no additional cost to you to participate in
CCP courses offered at a public college/university.
There may be additional fees to participate in CCP courses offered by a private institution.
Textbooks are included. student may be required to return at the end of the
term
Optional fees not covered under CCP including: Transportation, parking, gym membership
Credit
Successful completion of the course results in earned credit on both your high school AND college transcript.
Your CCP course grade will be reflected on both transcripts.
CCP courses carry 1.25 weighted credit
3 semester hours or more = 1 high school credit
Points to consider Is this a right fit for me based on my strengths and
goals? College courses may take more time and you’re building
college transcript.
Courses may transfer differently to other institutions. Check out transferology.com to explore the portability of
credits.
College courses follow the institution’s guidelines (dates in session, withdraw procedures).
There is a financial obligation to reimburse the district if you fail or do not complete a course.
Find the Colleges and Courses that Fit
Students have options!
Sample pathways are highlighted in the HS Course Description Guide on pgs. 21-23
Pathways are courses to help guide you, not obligate you.
Sample Pathways
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
Deadline for Students: By April 1,you must tell us if you intend to participate next year.
The Ohio State Academy
• Classes offered on campus or on-line
• Available at Columbus or Regional Campuses
• Wide range of course work available
Admission Criteria for ColumbusOSU Academy
• Holistic Review Process, which includes:
• Class rank or cumulative GPA• Completion of college prep coursework• Rigor of coursework (Honors, Advanced Placement, etc.)• Leadership and involvement• Recommendations of teachers and counselors
• Application Deadline
• Autumn semester – May 1• Spring Semester – November 1
Admission Criteria—Regional CampusesOSU Academy
• Open Enrollment Campuses
• Students must meet the Remediation Free Guidelines of the State of Ohio
• Based on ACT or SAT scores
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• Don’t skip a college prep course for a non-college prep college
course
Scheduling ClassesOSU Academy
• Class selection occurs at Orientation in late summer
• Students schedule one semester at a time
• Admission doesn’t guarantee enrollment in a specific course
• It may not be offered at a time when you are available• It may not have seats available• It may have specific pre-requisites such as prior courses or
enrollment in a specific degree program.
For More Information about the OSU Academy:
Michele C. Brown
Senior Assistant DirectorUndergraduate Admissions(614) [email protected]://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
AcademicsCSCC 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 OfferCSCC 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!
Admission CriteriaCSCC Dual Credit Program
• Open Admissions
• No GPA requirement
• Must meet course placement requirements• “College-Ready Standards” *(if required for course)
ACT COMPASSReading 21 or Higher 81 or Higher
English/Writing 18 or Higher 69 or Higher
Mathematics 22 or Higher Algebra Domain- 52 or Higher
Course EligibilityCSCC 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 ProcessCSCC 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 DatesCSCC 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*
For More Information about the CSCC Dual Credit Program :
Jacqueline Stewart Kimberly ConnellDirector Assistant DirectorDual Credit Dual Credit614-287-5708 [email protected] [email protected]
http://www.cscc.edu/community/dual-credit
High School Options
Information Night
Cory ConradCOTC Admissions Representative
College Credit Plus
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• COTC Application• www.cotc.edu/apply (Promo Code: HSOptions)
• Intent to participate form • Turn in to high school by April 1
• Official High School Transcript
• Student must meet established course pre-requisite
College Credit Plus
College Credit Plus
Three different ways to participate:
• OPTION A: Students can take courses at the high school with high school teachers who are credentialed at the college level. (Course availability determined by high school leadership.)
• OPTION B: Students can take courses at the high school taught by COTC faculty. (Course availability determined by high school leadership.)
• OPTION C: Students can take courses taught by COTC faculty at any one of the four campuses.
College Credit Plus
• Students are covered by FERPA• Parents will not have access to student records without a
waiver
• College communicates exclusively through email• Students need to check their official email account daily
• Factor in study time when considering CCP classes
• Travel time between campuses also matters
• Extra curricular activities may have to take a back seat • CCP can affect sports, music and other clubs
College Credit Plus Risks
Affordability•Low tuition•Financial aid available
Accessibility•Open enrollment
Transferability•TAGs•Ohio Transfer Module•Articulation Agreements
Benefits of a two-year college
• College Credit Plus• 3 options available
• Over 40 Technical Associate Degrees and Certificates
• 4 Full Service Campus Locations• Newark, Pataskala, Knox and Coshocton
• Career Services• Annual Career Fair and Transfer Fair
• Center for Academic Success • Tutoring, Math Lab, and Communication Resource Center
• Concurrent Enrollment Option (CEOP)
What COTC has to offer!
• We offer a hands-on approach to learning.
• Nearly 85% of COTC graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation.
• Small class sizes provide for a quality classroom experience – COTC’s average class size is 16 students.
• Affordability: COTC is a great, affordable path for a post-secondary education in Ohio!
• About 33% of COTC students go on to pursue a bachelor’s degree. We have many partnerships with various colleges and universities to help you get there, and reduce your overall college costs!
What makes us unique?
• Allied Health
• Business Management
• Engineering & Information Technologies
• Nursing
• Public Safety
• Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Arts & Sciences
• One-Year Certificates
Associate Degrees
Otterbein University – WestervilleCollege Credit Plus
2015‐2016 Academic Year
Admissions Process
• Complete the State “Intent to Participate” form by April 1, 2015
• Complete the Otterbein online application at Otterbein.edu/apply by May 15, 2015
• Submit official high school transcript, ACT or SAT score, letter of recommendation
Admissions Criteria• College Credit Plus students are evaluated with the same holistic review process as new Freshmen
• High school performance (G.P.A., class rank, course selection and rigor, grade trends)
• ACT or SAT scores• Activities (leadership, work, community service, athletics)
Typical Admit
• High school G.P.A. > 3.0 in core curriculum (English, Math, Sciences, Social Sciences, Foreign Languages) and,
• ACT > 21 or SAT (CR & M) > 990, however,• Grade trend (up or down) is very important, as is increasing academic rigor
Additional Criteria
Some programs have additional criteria:• Audition• Portfolio review• Minimum G.P.A. or test score• Individual courses may have prerequisites
Scheduling• Otterbein courses taught at the high school will be scheduled through the high school. There will be a mandatory orientation/ advising session in August.
• Course taught on our campus will be scheduled at an on campus Orientation in August.
What can you take?
Common choices among high school students:• Calculus II (MATH 1800)• Multi‐variable Calculus (MATH 2700)• Psychology for Non‐Majors (PSYC 1000)• Chinese (CHIN 1000)• Media Writing (JAMC 1500)www.Otterbein.edu/courseofferings
(Fall 2015 schedule live after March 2)
What Does it Cost?
• Students pay $20/credit hour ‐ $80 per course.• The District covers the cost of text books.• Students driving to campus will purchase a parking permit.
What if I want to take courses in the summer?
• College Credit Plus isn’t available for summer.
• Students may enroll in the Otterbein Collegiate Institute and earn college credit only. The cost is $100/credit hour, or $400 per course and the student must buy or rent the textbooks.
What if I only want college credit, but not dual enrollment?
• Students may choose to enroll in the Otterbein Collegiate Institute and earn college credit only. The cost is $100/credit hour or $400 per course and the student must purchase their own text books, however the credit (and gpa) are not reflected on yourHigh School transcript.
For more information:
Contact the Otterbein University Admission Office:
– [email protected]– (614) 823‐1500
Questions?•Contact your school counselor or college advisor
•Contact Anne Baldwin, Career Tech & College Readiness Coordinator
614-797-7758 or [email protected]
•Visit the Ohio Board of Regents FAQ page for CCPhttps://www.ohiohighered.org/ccp
