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- Teaching and Learning Center

The Teaching and Learning Center at Central Ohio Technical College supports excellence in teaching and learning through a variety of professional development initiatives. The TLC seeks to support faculty and staff professional development through strategi ...
Overview - 09/22/2022 - 7:45am
- Understanding Financial Aid
Important information concerning Student Financial Service's policies and procedures for which each financial aid recipient is responsible to know is listed below. View and/or print the information for your reference. How will the college notify me ...
Overview - 12/10/2020 - 11:49am
- Online Campus
At COTC, we are proud of our commitment to supporting our students in a number of ways. One of the ways we do this is by offering a variety of classes that allow students to study WHEN they want, WHERE they want and in a format that works best for them. W ...
Overview - 01/17/2023 - 7:22am
- Password Change and Reset
You would use the CHANGE process if you know your current password and want to set a new one. You would use the RESET process if your password is forgotten or expired by entering responses to questions you established during the Enrollment process. You ne ...
Overview - 12/17/2020 - 6:22am
- Give to COTC
Making a gift of education is simple. It will enable us to further programs, facilities and learning opportunities for our greatest asset: our students. Cash gifts are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes, provided deductions are itemized. ...
Overview - 01/26/2021 - 10:10am
- Apply
Already started your application? Sign in. Need help? Contact the Gateway Enrollment Center. Admission Criteria Regular admission to the college is open to all who have earned a high school diploma, completed homeschooling at the secondary level, or pass ...
Overview - 11/14/2023 - 2:26pm
- Student & Campus Life
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Overview - 10/07/2020 - 7:28am
- Impact Report
The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of education in our college community. Through compelling stories of students, alumni, donors, faculty and staff, the report highlights programs and partnerships that shap ...
Overview - 10/20/2025 - 10:08am
- 2025 Impact Report

Consider these characteristics as you read the stories comprising the 2025 Impact Report. Each one is proof that with a mindset of tenacity and resilience, we can truly become better versions of ourselves. ...
Overview - 10/20/2025 - 10:18am
- Student Financial Services
The mission of the Student Financial Services is to remove financial barriers to student enrollment and retention. We strive to provide our students and parents with the information they need to make good decisions about attending and paying for college. ...
Overview - 11/05/2020 - 8:20am
- Student Employment
Student Employment: enhances the education and personal growth of students by providing work-related learning experiences equips students with professional and practical training in their areas of academic pursuit supplies students, who for financial rea ...
Overview - 10/22/2020 - 10:42am
- Visiting Students
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is here to assist adult, non-degree seeking and visiting students who want to take courses at COTC. COTC offers students an opportunity to complete general coursework and speed up the completion of a degree, all while ...
Overview - 09/07/2020 - 11:10pm
- Steps to Enroll
Whether it is your first time in college or you are a transfer or returning student, follow our enrollment steps and before you know it, you'll be a COTC student. ...
Overview - 10/01/2020 - 6:40am
- Parent/Guardian
College Credit Plus provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses. The purpose of this program is to enhance students’ career readiness and postsecondary success, while ...
Overview - 10/12/2020 - 6:55am
- Celebrating 55 Years of the COTC–Ohio State Newark Partnership

Since 1971, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark have shared more than just a campus — we’ve shared a vision to expand educational opportunities, strengthen our community and steward public resources wisely. ...
Overview - 10/22/2025 - 8:37am
- Food Services

On-campus dining services are available to students, faculty, staff and guests. Order in-person or online for pickup. ...
Overview - 05/19/2025 - 10:57am
- Commencement
Central Ohio Technical College holds two ceremonies each academic year following the completion of autumn semester in December and spring semester in May. All summer semester graduates will be invited to participate in the autumn commencement ceremony imm ...
Overview - 05/08/2023 - 5:27am
- Alumni
Welcome back to COTC! Whether you graduated with an associate degree or a certificate, you are part of our alumni. By reconnecting with COTC, you can continue to be involved with the college in a variety of ways. ...
Overview - 08/20/2020 - 2:47pm
- Types of Financial Aid
Financial aid consists of grants and scholarships (which do not need repaid) and student loans (which do need to be repaid). Students may also be eligible for Federal Work Study to help pay education expenses through part-time employment on campus. ...
Overview - 11/02/2020 - 1:48pm
- New Hire Resources
New Hire Paperwork For smooth processing into our payroll system, please complete in ink the required forms below, and return them: ...
Overview - 04/24/2023 - 5:49am
- Get an early start on college with CCP

College Credit Plus is the dual-enrollment program in Ohio that provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses through Central Ohio Technical College. The purpose of this program ...
Overview - 09/08/2020 - 10:00pm
- Campus Locations
Start a degree or certificate at any campus. Our flagship Newark campus offers a comprehensive inventory of academic programs and full-service access to college services. Our extended campuses offer a convenient start to all degrees, plus some full associ ...
Overview - 09/06/2020 - 8:30pm
- Welcome to the Gateway
Our enrollment center staff are here to help! The Gateway houses many departments designed to assist students with their educational goals. ...
Overview - 09/11/2020 - 2:58pm
- Visit Campus
Visiting campus is one of the best ways to see if our college is the right fit for you. We offer a variety of visit options from group experiences to personalized one-on-one appointments. No matter where you are in your college search, a campus visit can ...
Overview - 05/05/2022 - 5:55am
- Scholarship Directory
At Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), we are committed to recognizing student achievements through scholarships thanks to the generosity of our many donors. COTC offers more than 80 different scholarships totaling more than $1.3 million dollars each y ...
Overview - 01/28/2021 - 8:42am
- Scholarships
A scholarship is a type of financial aid that assists students with paying for their education. A scholarship does not have to be repaid. COTC scholarships are available to recent high school graduates and new, current and returning students. ...
Overview - 11/03/2020 - 1:46pm
- Student Loans
Loans are a form of financial aid that many students use to help meet the Cost of Attendance that is not covered by scholarships, grants or other personal resources. When thinking about loans, keep in mind that, unlike grants and scholarships, loans accru ...
Overview - 12/08/2020 - 11:52am
- Accreditations & Memberships
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Overview - 09/06/2020 - 6:19pm
- COTC Promise Programs
COTC's Promise programs guarantee that tuition will be entirely covered by institutional, federal and state aid as well as private scholarships for eligible students.* There is no lifetime dollar limit to Promise awards. Students may take classes at ...
Overview - 01/26/2026 - 9:24am
- Financial Aid
Financial aid is monetary assistance intended to help you finance your education when personal and family resources are not adequate to meet the total educational costs. ...
Overview - 09/09/2020 - 10:44pm