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College Credit Plus
What is College Credit Plus?
If you are a student in grades 7-12, College Credit Plus (CCP) gives you the opportunity to take college courses
now
, earning high school and college credits at the same time.
Benefits of Enrolling in CCP
Earn both high school and college credits for completed courses
Reduce costs associated with earning a degree or certification
Start on your career path while still in high school
Receive support from high school counselors and Sinclair advisors
CCP course grades are weighted the same as AP/IB and other advanced classes on your high school transcript
Contact Info:
Building 6, Room 120
College Credit Plus Office
P:
937-512-5188
E:
ccplus@sinclair.edu
Take the first step and contact admissions!
Request more information from Sinclair's Admissions Office by clicking the button below.
Request Information
School Partners Online Portal
Sinclair CCP Info Booklet
How to Apply to CCP
New Students (Public School)
Complete the Intent to Participate Form.
First, meet with your high school counselor and let them know you want to participate in CCP. They will instruct you on how to complete this form and return to the school.
Apply as a student at Sinclair College.
Visit
apply.sinclair.edu
, create an account, log in, enter your information, and submit the application.
Review Sinclair's
Student Policies
Sinclair sends your application information to your attending school for approval OR you will submit an School Authorization form.
Sinclair receives approval from the high school or the completed authorization form. Then your Sinclair application is processed.
Your Tartan ID and Sinclair username are generated.
Sinclair will send you an Application Processed email and letter detailing your next steps.
Next steps include:
Information about placement testing
How to complete the State Required CCP Mature Content Questionnaire
How to complete the Sinclair CCP New Student Orientation
The Sinclair CCP New Student Orientation provides information about:
Participating in CCP at Sinclair
How to register for courses
Connecting with an Academic Advisor
Download the
STEPS TO APPLY FOR CCP
New Students (Nonpublic and Homeschool Students)
Apply as a CCP student at Sinclair College.
Visit
apply.sinclair.edu
, create an account, log in, enter your information, and submit the application.
Review Sinclair's
Student Policies
Download the
Homeschool Student/Parent Authorization Form
to upload with the Sinclair Online Application.
Complete the State of Ohio CCP Funding Application & Submit the Intent to Participate form, part of the funding application
. This application is due April 1st of each year.
See the
Ohio Higher Ed website
for more information on the state funding application.
Note: Hybrid homeschoolers (those who participate in certain schools, such as private, extension, or charter schools) may need to complete an authorization form to obtain your school's approval. This form will be emailed to you when you submit the Online application or can be downloaded in step one above.
Your Tartan ID and Sinclair username are generated.
Sinclair will send you an Application Processed email and letter detailing your next steps.
Next steps include:
Information about placement testing
How to complete the State Required CCP Mature Content Questionnaire
How to complete the Sinclair CCP New Student Orientation
The Sinclair CCP New Student Orientation provides information about:
Participating in CCP at Sinclair
How to register for courses
Connecting with an Academic Advisor
Returning Students (Public School, Nonpublic and Homeschool Students)
State guidelines require the submission of a Letter of Intent for each year of participation in CCP.
Nonpublic and homeschool students receive a "Letter of Good Standing" from Sinclair
by the first week in February.
This letter is an essential part of the funding application process, which must be completed for each year of CCP participation. After funds are awarded by the state, an award letter will be available for download from your
OH | ID account
. The State CCP Fudning Award Letter must be submitted to Sinclair each year you plan to participate in the CCP program at Sinclair.
The funding award process runs from early February thru April 1
st
of each year for the upcoming academic year.
Students may register for CCP courses
online via their my.sinclair account or in person at any Sinclair campus or learning center.
There may be times during participation in CCP you may need to improve course eligibility by submitting updated academic records or repeating the assessment process.
How to Qualify for CCP
College Credit Plus Program Eligibility (State Guidelines)
The CCP program is available to qualified students in grades 7-12 who are enrolled in any public, nonpublic, or homeschool in Ohio.
Students must prove that they are "college ready" before they are able to participate in College Credit Plus. There are a couple of methods used to determine eligibility. One is based on test scores, the other on the student's high school GPA.
Use the
CCP Updated Eligibility Requirements Flow Chart
to determine the method that applies to you.
For complete information on all of the State of Ohio College Credit Plus rule changes and general information, please visit the
Ohio Higher Education website
Sinclair Course Eligibility
Students are eligible to enroll in a maximum of 30 credit hours annually.
Eligible hours are determined by the high school for public school students and by hours paid for by the state for non-public or homeschooled students is determined via the State Funding Application process.
Students can take courses during Summer, Fall, or Spring terms. Summer Semester is the first term of the academic year.
Students must complete 15 credit hours in Level I courses before progressing to Level II courses.
Courses must apply towards a degree or certificate program.
Under CCP, a 3-credit hour or more college course equals one high school Carnegie Unit.
Visit
Sinclair's CCP Course Eligibility page
for a list of Level I Courses.
Placement Testing
If it has been determined that you need to take a placement test at Sinclair, testing is offered both in-person (by appointment at the Sinclair Dayton Campus) and remotely.
Testing is only available to CCP students who have a fully processed application; you must have a Sinclair email and Tartan ID number to take the placement tests.
See the
Sinclair Testing Center
website for more information on placement testing.
Students who have Assessment scores below college-ready, but within a specific Standard Error of Measure (SEM), may qualify using high school GPA or a high school recommendation. Contact your
CCP Coordinator
for more information.
The CCP program is for Ohio residents. Ohio residents who intend to participate in CCP must file a Letter of Intent with their local school district/or the State of Ohio Higher Education each year.
Students who are not Ohio residents are not eligible for the CCP program. Though non-Ohio residents cannot participate or receive funding, they may be able to enroll in college courses at the applicable non-resident or international tuition rate. Some exceptions and restrictions apply--
contact the CCP Office
for details.
Students who are eligible for the CCP program are funded for a specific number of credit hours as determined by a state-provided formula. The families of students who register for additional credit hours are responsible for tuition and fees incurred by students who exceed the approved number of credit hours. Connect with your high school guidance counselor for the number of college credits you are eligible for in an academic year.
Students with a documented disability or are on an IEP and would like to see if you qualify for testing accommodations, please contact
Accessibility Services
In 2024-25, Sinclair CCP students chose:
How to Register for Courses as a CCP Student
Register for courses
Students may register online via their my.sinclair account using the
Sinclair Registration Portal
. You can also register in person at any Sinclair campus or learning center. Please visit
Sinclair's Registration Calendar
for registration deadlines.
Students must register for courses prior to the start of each semester.
It is the student's responsibility to:
schedule meetings with their guidance counselor
complete and submit their registration
To view all that Sinclair has to offer, visit the
Academic Division page
, or
browse all of Sinclair's programs
Please note:
"The subject matter of a course enrolled in under the college credit plus program may include mature subject matter or materials, including those of a graphic, explicit, violent, or sexual nature, that will not be modified based upon college credit plus enrollee participation regardless of where course instruction occurs." - From
Ohio Revised Code Section 3365.035
If you need to make changes to your course schedule after you've registered, contact your High School Guidance Counselor.
Ordering textbooks
Public School students:
REQUIRED
textbooks are paid by the school district for all public school students.  Books can be purchased online via the Sinclair online bookstore, 10 days before the start of each term. These books are the property of the school and should be returned to the school at the end of the course.  All
REQUIRED
course materials are covered by the college and must be acquired via the Sinclair Campus Store.
For Non-Public and Homeschool students:
Students who attend a non-public school should check with the school administration to determine if the school will cover the
REQUIRED
books for CCP courses.  Students who attend a
non-charted, non-public school or are homeschooled
are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks. Sinclair will provide all supplemental supplies required by the course via the Sinclair Campus Store.
Textbook pick up and return process:
Books that have been paid for by the school district are the property of the students’ respective high school.  All books
MUST
be returned to the high school, unless otherwise directed by the high school administration. Contact your high school for deadlines and the book return process.
Homeschool students own all textbooks and supplies they have purchased.
SINCLAIR CAMPUS STORE INFORMATION
Dayton Campus
Building 7, First Floor
Phone:
937-512-2665
Email:
campusstore@sinclair.edu
Campus Store
Handbooks and Checklists
Sinclair Online Catalog
Sinclair's CCP Information Handbook
Freshman (9th grade) College/Career Checklist
Sophomore (10th grade) College/Career Checklist
Junior (11th grade) College/Career Checklist
Senior (12th grade) College/Career Checklist
CCP Information Sessions
Sinclair will be hosting CCP Information sessions for the 2026-2027 school year.
March 5, 2026
- Sinclair Dayton Campus 12-116 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm -
March 10, 2026
- Sinclair Centerville Gym from  6:00pm - 7:00pm -
March 10, 2026
- Sinclair Mason Community Room  from  6:00pm - 7:00pm -
March 12, 2026
- Virtual at 6:00pm -
(Zoom Link)
March 18, 2026
- Virtual at 6:00pm -
(Zoom Link)
CCP Deadlines
Please visit
Sinclair's Registration Calendar
for registration deadlines and campus close dates.
NOTE: CCP students have 14 calendar days to withdraw from a course starting the first day of class.  Students who withdraw after the 14-day period will receive a W and may be responsible for reimbursement to the school district who paid the tuition.
Qualifying Courses
Qualifying courses are those eligible for college credit and College Credit Plus funding. These courses are divided into two levels: Level I and Level II.
"First 15" Rule: Students must complete 15 credit hours in Level I courses before progressing to Level II courses.
Level I Courses are:
Transferable courses
- Transfer 36 (T36), Transfer Assurance Guide (TAG) or Career-Technical Assurance Guide (CTAG) courses
Courses in computer science, information technology, anatomy, physiology or foreign language, including American Sign Language.
Technical certificate courses
15-credit or 30-credit hour model pathway courses
Study skills, academic or career success courses
Internship courses
Level II Courses
– Any allowable course that is not a Level I Course
*Exceptions may be given to students who test into a Level II course or have AP/IB credit that places them into a Level II course. See your CCP Coordinator for more information.
Non-allowable Courses
One-on-one instructional courses
Courses with fees that exceed a limit set by the Chancellor
Study abroad courses
Physical education courses
Pass/Fail or S/U grade courses unless an internship or transferable course
Remedial course or Sectarian religion course
Visit the
College Credit Plus Course Eligibility page
for a full list of Level I Courses.
Information for School Partners
School Partnerships Online Portal
Sinclair's School Partner Portal gives school counselors, administrators, and teachers instant 24/7 access to demographic data, student application information, and restricted course schedules and rosters.  You can also use the online portal to connect with your CCP Coordinators.
Your school can gain access to the online portal by contacting your
CCP Coordinator
or emailing
ccplus@sinclair.edu
School Partnerships Online Portal
Having trouble logging into the Portal? Use the
Portal Troubleshooting Form
Partner Schools
Schools who wish to participate in the College Credit Plus program at Sinclair must complete a MOU Agreement that outlines the terms and conditions under which Sinclair will provide college level courses to their students.
More information is on our
School Partners
page.
High School Teachers
High School teachers are encouraged to apply to teach College Credit Plus courses offered at their high schools.
Certified High School Adjuncts and Proctors are able to access Sinclair's Center of Teaching and Learning that offers resources to assist with teaching and proctoring CCP courses, as well as training and professional development opportunities.
More information is on our
School Partners
page.
College Credit Plus Free to Finish Scholarship
Qualifications and How to Apply
For 2026 high school grads and beyond:
Sinclair College CCP participants with at least
24
college credit hours
and a minimum Sinclair GPA of
2.5
as of
January 15
of high school graduation year can apply for the
CCP THREE to Finish Scholarship
, a
$1,000
per semester scholarship which is awarded each time students register in 6 or more credit hours per term. It is awarded for a total of
three
(3) semesters.
CCP, AP, and/or Tech Prep – must be on Sinclair transcript by June 1
st
Students must apply to be considered for the CCP THREE to Finish Scholarship. Apply early! Applications open January 15
th
, 2026 and students are selected on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.
Click
HERE
for a Frequently Asked Questions sheet with more scholarship details. Email
scholarships@sinclair.edu
from your my.Sinclair inbox for questions specific to your situation.
For 2022 to 2025 high school grads:
The College Credit Plus Free to Finish Scholarship is automatically awarded (no application) for Sinclair College CCP participants who complete at least 24 college credit hours while in CCP with a minimum Sinclair GPA of 2.5 by high school graduation. All credit hours must be posted to students’ Sinclair College transcript by June 1
st
after high school graduation. Scholarship is for Fall and Spring only (no Summers) and covers tuition and course fees after Pell Grant and any other scholarships. Click
HERE
for a Frequently Asked Questions sheet with more information about the scholarship.
NOTE:
This information is meant to be a general guide for students and staff. Email
scholarships@sinclair.edu
from your my.Sinclair email inbox for questions specific to your student account.
ttn: Parents/Guardians
"The subject matter of a course enrolled in under the college credit plus program may include mature subject matter or materials, including those of a graphic, explicit, violent, or sexual nature, that will not be modified based upon college credit plus enrollee participation regardless of where course instruction occurs."
- From
ohio.education.gov
If you are interested in reviewing course materials prior to enrolling in a CCP course, please email your request to
ccplus@sinclair.edu