Students in the University of Akron's College Credit Plus program at an orientation meeting

MAKING COLLEGE MORE AFFORDABLE

COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

Would you like to save time and money toward your future college degree? College Credit Plus (CCP) provides Ohio students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to enroll in college classes to earn both college and high school credit tuition FREE.

At The University of Akron we assist each CCP student to reach their personal and academic goals.


WHAT

The College Credit Plus program was created by the Ohio Legislature to allow students to enroll in a college or university to earn both college credit and credit for classes grades 7-12, tuition free.

WHO

Any Ohio students in grades 7-12 who are enrolled in any public, private, parochial, or home school are eligible for College Credit Plus.

Information for current College Credit Plus students

WHY

The College Credit Plus program will help you get a head start to earning your degree faster and by potentially saving you money!

WHEN

Application deadlines:

  • SUMMER/FALL: SUMMER/FALL: To begin in the summer (May/June/July) or fall semester (August) apply by April 15.
  • SPRING: To begin in the spring semester (January) apply by Oct. 15.

APPLY

Apply to The University of Akron online and be sure to check the box that says you are interested in the College Credit Plus program. See step-by-step instructions.

High School Partnerships and Teacher Credentialing

Learn more about partnering with The University of Akron or credentialing for high school teachers.

High School Partnerships 

CONTACTS

Greg Dieringer
Director of College Credit Plus
330-972-7572
gdierin@uakron.edu

Greg Landis
CCP Admissions
Associate Director of Admissions
330-972-5827
glandis@uakron.edu

Kelly Herold
Director of Educational Outreach
330-972-8832
kherold@uakron.edu