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“I’ve always loved aircraft and I basically just like being challenged. So, I went and read the book at ...

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CCP Eligibility

Algebra & Functions: 63 or higher ACT English: 18 or higher Math: 22 or higher SAT Reading and ...

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Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Financial aid can be used in addition to other military/student veteran educational benefits. We encourage students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. apply for Financial A ...

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What type of student am I?
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Connect with our COTC Admissions team in the Gateway Enrollment Center. We're here to make sure you are on the right college and career path to meet your educational goals. We can help you explore our academic programs, our beautiful campus locations ...

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Tell Us About You

New CCP Student Complete the free COTC application (you may need to create an account first). Request an official high school transcript with an unweighted GPA be submitted to COTC one of the following ways: Emailed directly from high school personnel to  ...

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Tell Us About You

New CCP Student Complete the free COTC application (you may need to create an account first). Private school students must apply for funding through the state of Ohio to participate in CCP. Students must email a copy of their funding letter from the state ...

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Tell Us About You

New CCP Student Complete the free COTC application (you may need to create an account first). Home school students must  apply for funding through the state of Ohio  to participate in CCP. Students must email a copy of their funding letter from the state ...

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Permanent Residents, Asylee, Refugee and Other Visa Holders
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International or immigrant students who are in the U.S. as a Permanent Resident, Refugee, Asylee, DACA or on an approved visa status are welcome to apply to study at COTC. ...

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Call to Active Duty or Changes in Active Duty Status
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When a student is called to active military duty or there are changes in their active duty status, a process is in place to make that transition as seamless as possible. ...

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Portfolio Assessment
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Work experience and informal training that does not result in an industry-recognized credential (certification or licensure) may be evaluated for college credit through a portfolio review process. Students may be eligible for college credit due to things ...

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Industry-Recognized Credentials
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Some professions require employees to become certified or licensed. If you completed formal training that resulted in an industry-recognized credential, you may be eligible for college credit. The state of Ohio also has programs like the One-Year Option a ...

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Prior Learning

You may receive transfer credit for completing college-level coursework or training at high schools, career centers or the military. ...

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Alternative Credit Options
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Many people enjoy learning to enhance their knowledge and/or to expand upon an existing job or career. There are companies that offer learning and, in line with the American Council on Education (ACE), many colleges across the United States recognize the ...

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Credit by Examination
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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, such as AP, CLEP, DSST and IB exams. ...

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Graduating CCP Senior

Continue at COTC and receive a CCP scholarship. CCP students who have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours with a 2.5 GPA or higher at COTC may receive up to $3,000 per year if they enroll at COTC immediately after high school graduation. The scholarshi ...

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Admissions and Reentry
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Whether you are still active in the military or have already transitioned to the civilian world: COTC is here to help you invest in your chosen path. With over 50 degrees and certificates, affordable tuition and free campus resources, we are here to suppo ...

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Affordable College Education
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COTC's tuition is already below average of all community colleges in Ohio, but we make attending college even more affordable by awarding more than $1.35 million in scholarships each year. Residents of Licking, Coshocton and Knox counties may attend ...

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Hands-on learning for in-demand careers
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COTC has bachelor's degrees, associate degrees and certificates that provide you with the skills and training for immediate employment or transfer credit to continue your education toward a bachelor's degree. Earn a certificate in as little as o ...

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Four Campuses Locations
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With four campus locations in central Ohio, you have options where you can take classes. Our Newark campus offers a comprehensive inventory of academic programs while our extended campuses in Coshocton, Mount Vernon and Pataskala, offer a convenient start ...

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Contact The Gateway Staff
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Leadership Sarah Morrison Dean of Enrollment Email: morrison.415@mail.cotc.edu Phone: 740.366.9209 Jennifer Abraham Director of Advising and Retention Email: abraham.55@mail.cotc.edu Phone: 740.755.7325 Brandy Frias Director of Admissions and Recruitment ...

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COTC Student Veteran Stories
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just like being challenged. So, I went and read the book at the recruiter’s office about all the jobs ...

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Student Planning
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Student Planning is an online tool that makes managing your course planning easier! You can use Student Planning to track your progress toward your degree or certificate, plan your class schedule, and register for classes. ... Student Planning Guide for Students: to be completed. Note the warning at the top of th e page, which reads: “You are not enrolled in ...

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Military, Veteran and Dependent Educational Benefits
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There are several federal and state of Ohio VA Education Benefits available for COTC students depending on military branch and length of service. The COTC veteran and military team are here to help you determine the best option available for you based on ...

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