In order to participate in all enrollment options, students must:

• Be in grades 7-12.

• Apply to and be accepted as a CCP student at the applicable college/university.

• Be academically eligible according to the statewide threshold eligibility criteria as well as the college/university requirements.  Current guidance is as follows: students may be admitted to some colleges/universities with an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or an entrance exam, such as the SAT, ACT, or a placement test offered by the applicable college/university. However, course prerequisites are still in place and should be reviewed to determine individual course eligibility.

• Be considered a resident of Ohio, as defined in state law. During the admission process, the college/university will help families verify this information. 

• Complete a questionnaire for the college/university in the affirmative, acknowledging that the student possesses the necessary social and emotional maturity and is ready to accept the responsibility and independence that a college classroom demands.

• (Males) Submit a Selective Service number to the college if taking classes when turning 18.

• Complete all the eligibility steps.

December - February

After viewing the state required CCP counseling slides, students should work with their high school counselor to discuss CCP options and scheduling.

February - March

• • Scheduling begins

  • Students can pursue the Program of Studies for CCP Courses

  • Students should review the requirements for the colleges the CCP courses are offered through

February - March

Follow ALL steps located on the appropriate step sheet below.

April - May

• April 1, 2026

  • Deadline for CCP Intent Form the 2026/2027 school year. This form must be completed every year you plan on participating in CCP.

Ensure all forms, applications, enrollments and registrations are complete. 

Participation in CCP is limited to a student being in full-time status, or 30 cumulative credits per year, with a maximum of 120 college credits throughout the program. The maximum cumulative credit amounts include high school and CCP credits.  CCP credits earned in a summer semester are considered the beginning of the academic year.

Students/families may still opt to pursue college as a self-pay option through a college. Students/families choosing self-pay outside of the 30 cumulative credits are also responsible for textbooks, materials, and fees associated with the courses. More information can be found in the guide above.

• To calculate max credits, calculate the number of course credits that are for high school credit only and multiply that by 3. That number is then subtracted from 30.  For example, for a student taking four high school credits: 4 x 3 = 12. 30 - 12 = 18. Thus, the max CCP credits for this student would be 18.

Weighted Grades: CCP courses will receive the equivalent weight as any weighted course within the advanced standing programs such as AP.  That weight is 5.0 A.

Benefits

• Earn high school and college credits at the same time

• Get a head start on career planning and earn degrees or certificate completions

• Experience college early to understand the expectations of college life

• Save tuition and textbook costs

Potential consequences of underperforming

Families may be asked to reimburse courses if:

• The student does not earn a passing grade in their course

• The student withdraws after the no-fault deadline at the college

• NOTE: A student that is considered “economically disadvantaged” can not be asked to reimburse the cost of the course(s)

• College Credit Plus Probation

A student will be placed on CCP probation if:

• They earn less than a cumulative 2.0 GPA in CCP courses or

• They withdraw from 2 or more courses in one academic term

While on CCP Probation, the student:

• May only enroll in one College Credit Plus course for one college term (semester or quarter)

• May not enroll in a college course in the same subject in which student previously earned D, F, NC grade (or equivalent grade)

• If students on CCP probation do not increase their CCP GPA to a 2.0 or above during the probation term, they will be placed on CCP Dismissal

College Credit Plus Dismissal

• If a student does not raise their grade during the probation term, they are dismissed from CCP

• While on CCP Dismissal, students may not enroll in any College Credit Plus courses

• A student can request (appeal) to be reinstated in the program

After HS Graduation:

• Grades earned in CCP will remain on students’ college transcripts permanently

• If students fail or withdraw often, future financial aid may be also impacted negatively

• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a requirement for financial aid

• Standards vary by institution