What is College Credit Plus?

The College Credit Plus Program (CCP) is one of the many strategies employed by the State of Ohio to reach the goal of having 65% of our population holding an advanced degree, certificate, or other postsecondary workforce credential of value in the workplace by 2025. The purpose of this program is to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wide variety of options to college-ready students.

Beginning in the 2015-2016 academic year, the Ohio Department of Higher Education (then the Ohio Board of Regents) added legislation to the Ohio Revised Code requiring secondary school districts and colleges/universities to work together to offer college course work that results in transcripted college and high school credit.

The CCP Program is governed by the state, however, schools may tailor CCP offerings to accommodate student needs and available resources. Administrators are responsible for knowing and implementing the program as required by Ohio Revised Code.

Students should work with their school counselor to obtain specific CCP information about participating at their middle or high school.

More details on CCP legislation and funding can be found in Ohio's CCP Handbook or by visiting Ohio's College Credit Plus Website.

Leading in College Credit Plus

Columbus State Community college is Ohio’s largest provider of College Credit Plus courses. As Central Ohio’s front door to higher education, we have expanded access to college credit to students in more than 130 different schools in Ohio.

Columbus State CCP courses are offered online and on site at participating middle and high schools, online, and on site at one of our seven Central Ohio locations. Individual courses may not be available in all modes.

Click the links to the right for more detailed information about CCP at Columbus State.

College Credit Plus Philosophy