College Credit Plus
College Credit Plus (CCP) gives students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to take college courses for free and earn high school and college credit before graduating from high school. College credits can be earned during summer, fall, and spring terms. Flexible class scheduling allows students the ability to enjoy school activities that fit around college classes.
College Credit Plus Enrollment Checklist
Use the our checklist guide to help focus on next steps:
1. Attend CCP Information Night & Submit “Intent to Participate”
CCP Information Night is an event for students and parents to learn about the College Credit Plus program that allows students in grades 7-12 to earn college credit while in high school. The Information Night will cover the overall program as well as go over Belmont’s CCP program – eligibility, processes, procedures etc. This is for students and parents interested in participating during the 26-27 Academic year.
- The “Intent to Participate” form indicates your interest in college classes. It’s due by April 1st and should be submitted to the Guidance Office. Private & Homeschooled students must also send the form to the State of Ohio by this deadline.
2. Student Next Steps
- Please make sure your email address is valid for college applications. We do not accept parental or high school email addresses
- Complete the permission form and submit it. Please use the same email address that you used for your college applications.
- Arrange for your high school transcript to be sent directly to the CCP Office. Your application will not be processed until the CCP Office has received both the State Permission Form and your transcript.
3. 2026-2027 Priority Deadlines
Summer Semester 2026:
Application, Transcript, & Permission Form |
Assessment Scores |
Scheduling Deadline |
Adding a Course to an Existing Schedule |
| May 8 | May 15 | May 22 | June 3 |
Fall Semester 2026:
Application, Transcript, & Permission Form |
Assessment Scores |
Scheduling Deadline |
Adding a Course to an Existing Schedule |
| June 26 | July 24 | August 7 | August 21 |
Spring Semester 2027:
Application, Transcript, & Permission Form |
Assessment Scores |
Scheduling Deadline |
Adding a Course to an Existing Schedule |
| September 25 | December 18 | January 1 | January 15 |
Priority Deadlines: Private/Homeschool Students Applying for State Funding
Application, Transcript, & Permission Form |
Assessment Scores |
| March 13 | March 20 |
Attend a CCP Virtual Student Orientation – New Students
Join a CCP Virtual Student Orientation to prepare for a successful semester. All new CCP students are required to attend an orientation session prior to the start of their first semester. All orientations are offered in a virtual format. Choose from one of the following dates
Summer and Fall Meeting Links:
Monday, May 25 at 9:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday, May 27 at 1:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Friday, May 29 at 9:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Fall Meeting Links:
Monday, June 22 at 5:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday, June 24 at 2:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Friday, June 26 at 9:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Monday, July 20 at 2:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday, July 22 at 4:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Friday, July 24 at 9:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday, August 5 at 9:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Monday, August 10 at 10:00am – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday, August 12 at 1:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Friday, August 14 at 4:00pm – Virtual New Student CCP Orientation | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
CCP Resources
Our CCP student handbook is designed to address any initial queries you or your parent/guardian may have. Please take time to review it and let us know if you have any questions:
The following high schools participate in CCP at Belmont College:
- Barnesville
- Bellaire
- Belmont Career Center
- Bridgeport
- Buckeye Local
- Buckeye Trail
- Caldwell
- Catholic Central
- Champion
- East Richland Christian
- Edison
- Harrison Hills
- Howland
- Hubbard
- Indian Creek
- Jackson Milton
- Jefferson JVS
- Martins Ferry
- Monroe Central
- Newton Falls
- River
- Shadyside
- Shenandoah
- St. Clairsville
- Steubenville
- Swiss Hills Career Center
- Toronto
- Union Local
- Wellsville
School Internet Safety Policy
The bill requires each school district, community school, STEM school, and college-
preparatory boarding school to adopt an internet safety policy for students who use internet access provided by the district or school, which includes wireless internet. The district or school is required to file the policy by the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.
Analysis of HB 485 Cell Phone Policy