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Admissions

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New Hire Resources

New Hire Paperwork​ For smooth processing into our payroll system, please complete in ink the required forms below, and return them: ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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. ...

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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 ...

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Miscellaneous Forms

When changes are needed related to paying for college, documentation is almost always required. Documentation or forms are needed to ensure proper/regulatory record-keeping.  ...

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Verification Forms

Students who apply for federal financial aid may be selected for a process called verification and must submit documents to confirm the information reported on the FAFSA is accurate. Students should respond quickly to any request for information from Stud ...

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Parking Map for All Campuses

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Appeal Forms

At COTC, appeal processes are in place for students to provide information and appeal things like dependency status and/or income reported on the FAFSA. It's important to talk with a Student Financial Services staff member to understand what form is ...

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Schedule a Test

Newark Campus Testing Scheduling for testing appointments at the Newark campus is done online using RegisterBlast. Schedule a Test All appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance to ensure testing materials are available in the Testing Center. ...

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Online Success

Online learning can sometimes be a challenge for students. The Student Success Center is here to assist students with online learning to help them be successful and reach their educational goals.  ...

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Academic Advising

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Student Records

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Program Information Meetings

Some academic programs at COTC have special requirements. Our information meetings are designed to help you understand program requirements. Register for an information meeting by clicking on the program name you are interested in. Engineering Technology ...

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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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Emergency Grants

Life happens and COTC is committed to helping students stay in school. Students who are facing a temporary financial struggle may be eligible for financial assistance. ...

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Future Students

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Student Support Services

COTC offers many free academic and personal support services to help you achieve your educational goals. Services include academic advising, tutoring, and skills training as well as addressing non-academic barriers such as housing, utilities, food insecur ...

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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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CCP Scholarship

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CCP Probation/Dismissal Notification

High Schools are required to track CCP probation and dismissal and notify COTC by completing the CCP Probation/Dismissal Notification Form. To view probation and dismissal information, visit the College Credit Plus Resource webpage for Administrators.  ...

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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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COTC Articulation Agreements with 4-year institutions by major

​All Majors ​Capital University DeVry University Excelsior College Franklin University Indiana Weslyan University Muskingum University Ohio Dominican University Purdue University Global Strayer University University of Phoenix Western Governors University ...

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Federal Direct Loans

Federal Direct Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student's college education. With Direct Loans, the student and/or parent borrows funds directly from the federal government and has a single contact, ...

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State of Ohio Grants and Scholarships

The State of Ohio offers many grants and scholarships that directly lower your out-of-pocket education costs, including the Choose Ohio First Scholarship and  Ohio Work Ready Grant, among others, available to students enrolled at COTC. State financial aid ...

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