College Credit Plus (CCP)

Eligible students can take a course and earn high school and college credit that appears on both their high school and college transcripts. Teachers who teach a College Credit Plus course in a high school must receive professional development and be an adjunct professor at a college or university. All courses offered through College Credit Plus-even courses offered in the high school-must be the same course that the college offers. The course must apply to a degree or professional certificate. College Credit Plus replaces the Post- Secondary Education Option, also known as PSEO, and redefines “alternative dual enrollment” programs as advanced standing programs.

All participating public and private high schools, colleges, and universities must promote College Credit Plus opportunities. Additionally, they will hold an annual informational event for students and parents. Students and parents are highly encouraged to attend one of these events (dates to be determined) to learn more about the responsibilities of participating in the College Credit Plus program.

To be eligible, students must meet the admission standards of the participating college or university to which they apply for enrollment. There is no cost for the student to participate in College Credit Plus when the student is enrolled in a public college or university. However, if a student does not receive a passing grade, the district will seek reimbursement for the amount of state funds paid to the college on your behalf for that college course. The school district may withhold grades and credits received for high school courses taken until reimbursement has been made.

Parents and students are encouraged to check the Ohio Department of Education website (www.education.ohio.gov), the Ohio Board of Regents website (www.ohiohighered.org) and the Lancaster High School Counseling website for the most up to date information regarding College Credit Plus.