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Mercy College of Ohio is proud to offer the College Credit Plus (CCP) program to Ohio high school students who are ready to earn college and high school credits at the same time. This program is offered to Ohio residents only at no cost to the students.

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College Credit Plus (CCP) is a dual enrollment program that provides students in grades 7-12, that are Ohio residents the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses at Mercy College of Ohio.

This program aims to enhance students’ career readiness and postsecondary success while providing a wide variety of options to college-ready students at no or limited costs to students and families.

Site: https://highered.ohio.gov/initiatives/access-acceleration/college-credit-plus

Taking advantage of Mercy College's CCP program enables students to:

- Save money and time.

- Satisfy high school graduation requirements and earn college credit at the same time.

- Explore career opportunities.

-Mercy College provides healthcare programs and all curriculum is focused toward preparing students for a career in healthcare. Taking CCP courses at Mercy College is a great way to explore many different healthcare career options.

-Small class size allows for individual attention from faculty members. Average class size is 25 students and average class size for science labs is 15 students.

- Courses available both online and in-person.

- All CCP coursework is foundational to Mercy College healthcare programs providing students a head start in their clinical program or other college pursuits upon high school graduation.

Admission Criteria

High School students may be eligible for College Credit Plus at Mercy College if they meet ONE of the following criteria:

  • Cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher, OR
  • Cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 but less than 3.0 and received an “A” or “B” grade in relevant high school courses (Algebra and Biology)

AND

Obtained minimum threshold scores (see below) according to the Uniform Statewide Standards for Remediation-Free Status.

Exam

Subtest

Assessment Threshold (Eligible)

SAT

Evidence Based Reading & Writing

480

Mathematics

530

ACT

English

18

Reading

22

Math

22

ALEKS

Math

46


Application Process

  1. Complete ‘Intent to Apply’ form provided by your high school and submit to your guidance counselor by April 1.
  2. Apply at mercycollege.edu/apply
  3. Submit official school and college transcripts (if applicable):
    1. Mail to: Mercy College of Ohio, Attn: Admissions, 2221 Madison Ave., Toledo, OH 43604
    2. Or send electronically to: admissions@mercycollege.edu
  4. Submit official ACT/SAT scores. If you have not taken the ACT or SAT, students will be required to complete the ALEKS placement assessment program at Mercy College at no cost. Please contact admissions at 419-251-1313 for additional information.
  5. Complete and return the CCP Mature Content and Permission Slip forms below and return to admissions@mercycollege.edu. We will not be able to move forward with the admission process without these completed forms.
    Mature Content Form

    Permission Slip
  6. Upon receiving all required documents and any placement assessment scores, an admission decision will be provided to each applicant via email.

Application Deadlines

  • Summer Semester (May-August): April 15
  • Fall Semester (August-December): May 15
  • Spring Semester (January-April): November 15

Students participating in Mercy's College Credit Plus program are required to complete 15 credit hours of Level I coursework that may apply toward a certificate or degree, before proceeding to Level II courses.

Mercy College Course

Course Name

Credit Hours

ODHE CoursePrerequisite

BIO 205

General Biology I

5

OSC 003

BIO 206

General Biology II

5

OSC 004BIO 205 taken within the last 7 years

BIO 220

Anatomy and Physiology I

4

OSC 029High School Biology and High School Chemistry; both taken within the last seven years

BIO 225L

Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

0

OSC 029Concurrent with BIO 220

BIO 221

Anatomy and Physiology II

4

OSC 029High School Biology and High School Chemistry; both taken within the last seven years

BIO 226L

Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

0

OSC 029Concurrent with BIO 221

BIO 336

Genetics

4

OSC 028BIO 205 taken within the last 7 years

ENG 101

Composition I

3

TME 001

ENG 102

Composition II

3

TME 002ENG 101

HIT 105

Medical Terminology

3

OHL 020

MTH 130

College Algebra

4

TMM 001Approved proctored score on ALEKS program, or approved SAT or ACT, MTH100, or equivalent;MTH100 or equivalent must be taken within the last seven years

MTH 140

Introduction to Statistics

3

TMM 010Approved proctored score on ALEKS program, or approved SAT or ACT, MTH100, or equivalent;MTH100 or equivalent must be taken within the last seven years

MTH 145

Pre-Calculus Mathematics

4

TMM 002Approved proctored score on ALEKS program, or approved SAT or ACT, MTH100, or equivalent;MTH100 or equivalent must be taken within the last seven years

MTH 150

Calculus

4

TMM 005Approved proctored score on ALEKS program, or approved SAT or ACT, MTH100, or equivalent; and a high school trigonometry, pre-cacalculus course, or an integrated sequence of advanced math courses and an approved score on math placement exam; or MTH145, or both MTH130 and MTH132; and coursework must be taken within the last seven years

PSY 101

Introduction to Psychology

3

OSS 015

PSY 340

Abnormal Psychology

3

OSS 017ENG 102, PSY 101

SOC 101

Introduction to Sociology

3

OSS 021



Suggested Pathways

15 Credit Hour Pathway Suggestion

Course Number

Course Name

Credit Hours

BIO 101

Biology

3

MTH 100

Intermediate Algebra

3

HSC 100

Introduction to Health Careers

3

ENG 101

Composition I

3

PSY 101

Introduction to Psychology

3

Total Credit Hours


15


30 Credit Hour Pathway Suggestion

Course Number

Course Name

Credit Hours

BIO 101

Biology

3

MTH 100

Intermediate Algebra

3

CHM 100

Elementary Chemistry

5

HSC 100

Introduction to Health Careers

3

ENG 101

Composition I

3

PSY 101

Introduction to Psychology

3

MTH 104

Mathematical Formulas, Models, and Probability

3

SOC 101

Introduction to Sociology

3

ENG 102

Composition II

3

HIT 105

Medical Terminology

3

Total Credit Hours32

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.

Accepted Students Next Steps

Once accepted to Mercy College, students will need to complete the following steps:

  1. If you have not done so already, Create Your Empower Me! Account. EMPOWER ME! is an online student information system that enables students to access their academic record and financial aid information, register for courses and much more. EMPOWER ME! also gives prospective students access to view their application status.
  2. Prepare for Academic Advising: CCP students must meet with an academic advisor PRIOR to attending New Student Orientation (NSO).
    Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor, Megan Jablonowski, by calling the Student Success Center at 419-251-8955 or by contacting Admissions at 419-251-1313. Ms. Jablonowski can be reached at 419-251-1876 or megan.jablonowski@mercycollege.edu.
  3. Attend a New Student Orientation (NSO): Mercy College will host a new student orientation specifically for CCP students via zoom. The date and time will be announced at a later date.
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