College Credit Plus (CCP)
What is College Credit Plus?
The College Credit Plus program (CCP) is a state-funded program that allows Ohio students in grades 7-12 who meet eligibility requirements to take college courses ― at little or no cost to you or your family.
NEW: Applications open for Spring 2026
Our College Credit Plus app has reopened for Spring 2026! If you're ready to start college-level coursework, apply by Nov. 1, 2025 to be considered.
How do I get started?
3.3
Average cumulative college GPA of CCP students (2022-2023)
17
Average number of college credits earned by CCP students by high school graduation
Benefits of College Credit Plus
- Save time and money! Earn credit toward a bachelor’s degree and toward your high school diploma at the same time. It’s called dual credit.
- Many of our classes are guaranteed to transfer to any Ohio public college or university.
- Ease into college life with a success coach who is there to guide you from start to finish.
- Take classes that support your learning style. We offer online and in-person. You may even be able to take classes at your high school.
- You’re a Rocket. You get the same benefits as any other college student.
- Academic support services like tutoring and writing help
- Free admission to Rocket home games
- Free access to the Student Rec Center
- Did we say it’s practically FREE? Tuition, fees and books are paid for by the state for most students.
Find out more about Why UToledo is the right place to start your college experience.
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Important Dates and Deadlines
Public school students:
- Nov. 1, 2025: submit the Intent to Participate form (PDF) to school counselors for the next semester or term only (Spring 2026).
- April 1, 2026: submit the Intent to Participate form (PDF) to school counselors for the upcoming academic year (Summer and Fall 2026, Spring 2027).
- If you don’t submit an Intent to Participate form, you must get permission from your school principal to participate in College Credit Plus.
Non-public or homeschooled students:
- Sept. 1 through Nov. 1, 2025: submit a funding application to the state for the next semester or term only (Spring 2026). Learn more about how to apply for funding. Applications are due no later than Nov. 1 at 5 p.m.
- Feb. 1 through April 1, 2026: submit a funding application to the state for the upcoming academic year (Summer and Fall 2026, Spring 2027). Learn more about how to apply for funding. Applications are due no later than April 1 at 5 p.m.
Meet Marissa Van Denk
CCP student from Evergreen High School, Class of 2023
“I am experiencing what college will be like for me and seeing what classes I might want to take. I had to get used to planning my time. Nick, my success coach, was so helpful with his emails, which were step by step and to the point. He reassured me. It’s nice to have someone to reach out to with any problems I have.”
Have Questions?
Contact the College Credit Plus team at ccpadmission@utoledo.edu or 419.530.4200.