The College Credit Plus Program (CCP) at Franklin University A jump-start to college for high school students www.franklin.edu | 614.797.4700 | 1.877.341.6300 ENHANCE YOUR HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION THROUGH CCP AT FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY College Credit Plus (CCP) is designed for highly motivated and accomplished Ohio high school students who want to gain an understanding of advanced academic work and prepare for further studies. If approved by your local school district, you may be eligible to take college courses under CCP. As a CCP student, you can choose to earn only college credit or both high school and college credit. However, college courses taken through CCP should supplement your high school education, not replace or substitute coursework available at your high school. Franklin University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status in admission of students, educational programs and policies, employment, and other activities. Students seeking accommodations for disabilities should contact the Office of Disability Services at 614.797.4700 or access@franklin.edu. The College Credit Plus Program (CCP) at Franklin University 2 QUALIFICATIONS FOR CCP All CCP applicants must take Franklin University placement examinations and place into WRIT 120, College Writing. If a CCP applicant wishes to take math courses or courses for which prior math credit is a prerequisite, students must achieve placement into MATH 150, Fundamental Algebra. Testing into a lower level of math will not hinder a student’s application for admission, rather, the student would not be eligible to take math courses or courses for which math is a prerequisite if accepted. PROGRAM REGULATIONS All CCP students must attend a mandatory orientation coordinated by the Franklin University CCP academic advisor. PF 121, Basic Learning Strategies, must be successfully completed by all CCP students before any other college coursework can be attempted as required of all Franklin University students. This two-credit-hour course will count toward any total credit-hour allotment provided by the student’s high school guidance counselor. May 2015 STEPS TO APPLY FOR CCP AT FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY 1 Contact your guidance counselor to learn about your high school’s requirements for enrollment in CCP. 2 3 Submit completed application to Franklin University. Completed application can be mailed or dropped off at the front desk of the Paul J. Otte Center for Student Services. Contact Franklin University CCP Academic Advisor, Jessica Leber, to arrange placement testing at jessica.leber@franklin.edu or 614.947.6237 Mailing Address: Franklin University Academic Advising Attn: Jessica Leber 201 S. Grant Ave. Columbus, OH 43215 4 Take placement tests through Franklin’s Student Learning Center. Placement Testing Completion Deadlines: Fall Trimester – Aug. 1 Winter Trimester – Nov. 1 Decision letters will be provided to applicants no later than 14 days prior to the start of the trimester. Drop Off Address: Paul J. Otte Center for Student Services 331 E. Rich St. Columbus, OH 43215 Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CCP APPLICATION DEADLINES: Fall Trimester July 1 The College Credit Plus Program (CCP) at Franklin University Winter Trimester Oct. 1 3 May 2015 CCP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Do I need to take a test to be accepted? A: Applicants are required to be college-ready. While testing is not required to be accepted, appropriate placement testing scores are required for enrollment (to become a student). with their high school guidance counselor to determine the applicability of college courses to their high school graduation requirements. Remedial and religion courses are not eligible under CCP regulations. Q: How many CCP classes can I take at Franklin during a trimester? Q: What about transfer credits from other colleges? A: The student should follow the high school guidance counselor recommendations to determine an appropriate amount of classes per eligible trimester. CCP limits enrollment to 30 semester hours in an academic year. A: Franklin University can accept transfer credit that you earn from other accredited colleges while you are in high school or once you’ve graduated. Credits earned from Franklin University courses may be transferred to other schools as well. Q: How will I work my Franklin University classes around my high school classes and activities? Q: What happens if I drop a Franklin course after it has started or if I don’t pass a class? A: Balancing high school obligations and college coursework can be challenging. When scheduling your classes with the CCP academic advisor, you will discuss your responsibilities to determine a course schedule that works best for you. A: Any CCP student who fails a course or withdraws from the course after the first week will be dropped from any other current-term courses if prerequisites are no longer met. Q: I’m a good high school student. How much harder can college be? Q: Where are classes taught? A: The pace and expectations of college-level learning may be more rigorous than what you’re accustomed to. However, CCP students who are organized, have strong time-management skills, submit high-quality work, and participate in class discussions are better prepared to excel in college courses. A: Courses are offered at Franklin University’s central Ohio locations in downtown Columbus, Delaware, Dublin and Gahanna. Online courses are also available. Q: May I take classes online? Q: Is Franklin University accredited? A: When scheduling your classes with the CCP academic advisor, it will be important to discuss your educational background and personal learning style to determine if online courses are right for you. A: Yes, Franklin University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents. Q: May I take classes through CCP in the summer? A: CCP funding is only available to you during the Fall and Winter Trimesters. Q: Can I take any classes I want through Franklin’s CCP? A: You are eligible to take classes for which you’ve met the course requirements, either through placement testing or previous college coursework. Students are encouraged to consult The College Credit Plus Program (CCP) at Franklin University 4 May 2015 CollegeCredit Credit Plus (CCP) Program College Plus (CCP) Program Applicationforfor Admission Application Admission STUDENT INFORMATION Last Name First Name Social Security Number Middle Name Date of Birth □ Male □ Female Address City State Home Phone Number ZIP Cell Phone Number Email Ethnic origin (you may select multiple)* □ Asian, Pacific Islander □ Non-Hispanic/Non-Latino □ American Indian or Alaska Native Asian □ Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander □ Black or African American □ White □ Hispanic/Latino □ Non-resident Alien *Information will not be used for admission purposes PRIMARY (CUSTODIAL) PARENT/GUARDIAN’S INFORMATION SECONDARY (CUSTODIAL) PARENT/GUARDIAN’S INFORMATION Full Name Full Name Address Address City, State & Zip City, State & Zip Home Phone Number Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Email EMERGENCY INFORMATION In case of emergency, please notify the following person(s): □ Primary parent/guardian □ Secondary parent/guardian □ Other ACADEMIC INFORMATION (To be completed by High School Guidance Counselor) High School School District Address City State ZIP Guidance Counselor’s Name Guidance Counselor’s Phone Guidance Counselor’s Email School Superintendent’s Name Superintendent’s Email Superintendent’s Address City and Zip Expected high school graduation month/year Class level during intended trimester of enrollment in CCP: Intended trimester of enrollment in Franklin University’s CCP: Fall 20 □ 7th grade □ 8th grade □ Freshman □ Sophomore □ Junior Winter 20 □ Senior Intended College Major I certify thatabove the above has completed all mandatory steps to permitinparticipation in CCP I certify that the studentstudent has completed all mandatory steps to permit participation CCP. Guidance Counselor Signature X ____________________________________________________OPTION May Guidance 2015 Counselor Signature X______________________________________________________________________________________________ VERIFICATION/AUTHORIZATION Sign your initials on each line as indicated: 201 S. Grant Ave. Columbus, OH 43215 614.797.4700 • 1.877.341.6300 www.franklin.edu _______ I affirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information submitted for evaluation is complete and accurate. I also understand that I must abide by all the rules, regulations, and policies of Franklin University as stated in, but not limited to, the Franklin University Academic Bulletin and Student Code of Conduct. _______ I have been apprised of and understand all the options available to me under College Credit Plus (CCP). I have received counseling on the advantages and disadvantages, as well as the responsibilities associated with each option. _______ I understand that all grades earned as a result of taking classes at Franklin University will become part of an academic record that will be permanently maintained at the University. _______ I understand that high school students enrolling in Franklin University classes through CCP are required to provide permission to permit release of enrollment information to various third parties. _______ I understand that Franklin University adheres to FERPA standards, and therefore I give my permission to the Franklin University registrar to release full enrollment/completion information to all third-party persons/agencies required by law. _______ I understand that students enrolled for high school credit must have their daily/weekly attendance reported back to their high school. Therefore, I agree to have my instructor(s) sign an attendance form after each class session and return that signed form to my high school attendance office on a weekly basis. Failure to have the attendance form signed and delivered to my home school may result in dismissal from my Franklin University class(es). _______ I understand that the information given in this application will be treated as confidential data and will be used only by authorized Franklin University personnel. I also agree to notify Franklin University if any of the provided information changes. _______ I authorize and consent to Franklin University’s use of photographs, audio files and videos of me in its official publications, online applications and publicity. I agree that the photographs, negatives, digital files and audio files are the exclusive property of Franklin University. _______ I understand there will be mandatory registration/advising and orientation meetings (minimum of once per academic year). Student__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date Parent/Guardian____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date I affirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information submitted for evaluation is complete and accurate. I also agree to notify Franklin University if any of the provided information changes. Guidance Counselor__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date Applicants must receive approval from their high school guidance counselor in order to be eligible. All applicants must take Franklin University placement examinations and place into WRIT 120 - College Writing. Franklin University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status in admission of students, educational programs and policies, employment, and other activities. Students seeking accommodations for disabilities should contact the Office of Disability Services at 614.797.4700 or access@franklin.edu. Application Deadlines: Fall Trimester – July 1 ∙ Winter Trimester – Oct. 1