College Credit Plus
Kent State’s College Credit Plus Gives You a Head Start on College
Earn college credit for free while you're still in high school through College Credit Plus (CCP) at Kent State. Take college-level courses, explore your interests and experience life as a Kent State student before high school graduation.
Students accepted to the College Credit Plus program typically select courses from Kent State University’s Kent Core Requirements. They may take as few as one course in a semester or a maximum of 30 semester credit hours per academic year.
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Explore Courses
Find CoursesSee what you can take and how your courses can support your college goals.
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Ways to Take Classes
Explore Your OptionsExplore options on a Kent State campus, online or at your high school.
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Apply & Deadlines
Get StartedFind application steps, requirements and important dates.
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Testing & Placement
View Testing InformationFind out if you need placement testing and what steps to take.
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Orientation
Learn About OrientationYour Kent State experience starts here. Complete online orientation and get ready for College Credit Plus.
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Continuing CCP Next Year
Continue in CCPAlready a CCP student? Find out what you need to do to continue taking CCP courses at Kent State next year.
Benefits of College Credit Plus
Save on College Costs
Earn College Credit Now
Experience College-Level Learning
Explore Majors and Careers
Learn Where It Works for You
See Where CCP Can Take You
Without a doubt, Elizabeth Sowa is the definition of high achiever.
While they have their sights set on graduating high school in 2027, Sowa will also graduate that year with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Kent State, with a minor in computer science.
Read Elizabeth's Story
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You've taken Kent State courses and begun earning college credit. See how your CCP experience can give you a head start toward a Kent State degree.
From CCP to College
