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Randy Thorp, Mark Weiner and Nick Shuster
Tragedy Unites COTC Alumni
On May 12, 2017, as the nation’s eyes were drawn to the tragic scene of a shooting at Pine Kirk Care Center in Kirkersville, Ohio, three Central Ohio Technical College alumni played instrumental roles in helping to contain the situation and navigate its aftermath.
Virtual Tour
If you are unable to join us for an in-person visit, no problem! We know busy schedules can make it difficult to visit in person. Our Virtual Tour is a great overview of COTC as a whole. You can view a brief video any time of our campus locations and learn a little about our certificate and degree options.
Privacy Statement
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Graduating Senior Information
CCP Scholarship
CCP students who are graduating seniors and have completed a minimum of 3 credit hours with COTC can be awarded $1,500 for two semesters each academic year for a total annual award of $3,000. Students must enroll at COTC in the autumn or spring semester immediately after high school graduation. The scholarship is renewable until students complete their first associate degree. Students must also have and maintain a minimum COTC 2.0 GPA.
Transferring COTC Courses
Students may wonder how their CCP courses completed with COTC will transfer to other colleges. CCP courses transfer better for students who plan to attend an Ohio public college/university after high school graduation. Private and out-of-state colleges and universities can choose whether to accept CCP course credits.
Here are some resources to help better understand how COTC courses might transfer.
Federal Pell Grant
The Federal Pell Grant is free assistance funded by the federal government. Recipients must be enrolled in an undergraduate program leading to a certificate, associate’s or bachelor degree and meet all other required eligibility criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
Students pursuing a healthcare certificate and/or associate degree should expect to take classes face-to-face to experience hands-on learning. Some general education classes may be offered online.
Can I pursue an associate degree after I complete a certificate?
Students who complete a healthcare certificate are encouraged to keep going because they are well on their way to completing the Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology.
Can I pursue a bachelor’s degree after I complete an associate degree?
Students interested in continuing their education to pursue a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration can consider transferring to a four-year college or university. COTC has a transfer agreements with:
What type of financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards $1 million in scholarships to students each year.
Every student is encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans.
Students who complete a FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application.
Connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.
How do I get started at COTC?
Help us learn more about you by visiting our Future Students webpage, then follow the COTC Steps to Enroll to get started.
Coshocton Promise
Free College for Eligible Coshocton County Residents
COTC guarantees that tuition (instructional and general fees) will be entirely covered by institutional, federal and state aid as well as private scholarships for eligible students who reside in Coshocton County.
Credit by Examination
Students can choose to take or may have already taken select exams or tests that can qualify them for college credit without taking a college class.
Students should keep in mind there is typically a cost per exam, and each exam has a minimum or specific score that must be met to earn college credit.
Click each tab below to learn about exams and subject areas, along with minimum or specific scores Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) will review and accept.
AP
High school students can choose to take or may have taken Advanced Placement (AP) courses. At the end of the AP course, an exam can be taken to determine whether college credit can be awarded for the completed course. Students must earn a minimum test score per subject to earn college credit.
Students who complete an AP exam can request their test scores be sent to Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) through the College Board website. Some high schools will indicate AP test scores on a high school transcript. Students can check with their high school to see if they need to request an AP test score be sent to COTC.
CLEP
The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) is available to any student and provides an opportunity for students to test out of entry level college courses in select subject areas. Military members may be eligible to take CLEP exams at no cost through their educational benefits.
Review the COTC CLEP Exam Chart to learn what minimum test score is needed in which subject areas.
Students who complete a CLEP exam should request test score(s) be sent to COTC for review to be awarded credit. Test scores can be sent electronically from CLEP to COTC at cotcrecords@mail.cotc.edu.
DSST
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) are available to any student and provide an opportunity for students to test out of entry level college courses. DANTES provides upfront funding of DSST test fees, for the first attempt on all exam titles, for eligible military members. Military members can visit a Department of Defense (DoD) webpage to review eligibility.
Review the COTC DSST Exam Chart to learn what score is needed to earn college credit for select courses.
Students who complete a DSST exam should submit test score(s) to COTC for review to be awarded credit. Test scores be sent electronically from DSST to COTC at cotcrecords@mail.cotc.edu.
IB
International Baccalaureate (IB) exams can be taken to earn college credit.
COTC accepts IB scores in the subject areas of math and English. Review the IB Exam Chart to see which college-level math and English course COTC will award credit for based on a minimum IB exam score.
Students who have completed an IB exam should request test score(s) be sent to COTC for review to be awarded credit. Test scores can be sent from IB electronically to COTC at cotcrecords@mail.cotc.edu.
Distance Education Guidelines
Navigate the world of online and hybrid teaching with clear, practical guidelines tailored to support distance education at COTC. From compliance standards to best practices, find the tools you need to create impactful, accessible, and engaging online learning experiences.