Preparing to go to college?
College Credit Plus Information
Ohio's new College Credit Plus can help you earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses from community colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wide variety of options to college-ready students. Taking a college course from a public college or university College Credit Plus is free. That means no cost for tuition, books or fees. If you choose to attend a private college or university, you may have limited costs.
Important Links
- CCP Information and Application
- For more information on College Credit Plus, visit: https://www.ohiohighered.org/ccp
- CCP Letter of Intent Due April 1st: http://www.mcdonald.k12.oh.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/CCP_Intent-to-Participate-Form_Public.pdf
- College Credit Plus for Students & Families: http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Quality-School-Choice/College-Credit-Plus
- CCP FAQ: https://www.ohiohighered.org/ccp/faqs
- College Credit Plus Power Point Presentation
Your high school may have an agreement with a local college for specific courses, however, you can choose to take College Credit Plus courses from any college that offers a course that would benefit your future. This could include online courses.
Notice
The requirements to be accepted into College Credit Plus vary by university. Students must meet the admissions requirements for the university they plan on attending. For example- Youngstown State requires: at least a 2.0 GPA, 17 composite on ACT (English-18, Math-22, Reading-22, students wishing to take math or science classes may need a higher scores). Please check with the university to see what their requirements are.
Penguin Prep Academy for Juniors
Penguin Prep Academy (P2A) helps students increase college readiness through a series of interactive workshops. P2A meets on campus two days a week, for six weeks. YOU choose the workshop(s) you need. Find out more.
Jump Start for Seniors
If you tested into RSS 1510A, English 1540 and/or Math 1507 for the fall semester. One or more of your ACT scores are: English 16-17 and/or Math 18-21. You can save money and time completing your college degree by making the commitment to a summer workshop to help you become college-ready. Learn more.
Answers to Your FAFSA Questions
ACT Test Information
ACT online test prep. High school students can participate for free. Fee waivers available in the guidance office.
Why sign up? Receive an online "Study Path" to help facilitate ACT test-taking success. Access study materials covering all four areas: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Take two practice tests. Can use anywhere (home or school) with online access 24/7. To enroll see your site coordinator, Mrs. Towns. The website and log-in information.will be provided to you.
ACT online registration - ACTstudent.org
ACT practice site - www.number2.com
Peterson's Student Edge - www.mystudentedge.com
See the guidance office for the access code.
MCCTC Code 360-752
Fees: $46.00, Writing $62.50*
College Codes
YSU - 3368
KSU Salem - 3254
KSU Main - 3284
Stark State - 3345
KSU Trumbull - 3343
U of Akron - 3338
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