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College Credit Plus - Next Steps

1. To begin, view these slides with your parents, "Getting Started: CCP Basics".
2. Familiarize yourself with this page and bookmark it for future reference. Be sure to follow any links in each section to view important, additional information.
3. Get in the habit of checking your email frequently. All communication from AU will be sent via email. Once you are registered for classes, messages from AU will be sent to your AU email account only. 

In the Getting Started slides above, you learned that the FERPA law changes once you become a college student, requiring from you, new skills of self-advocacy and independence. The responsibility for many of the things your school counselor or parents once took care of now rests on you as a college student, regardless of your age. This might include knowing and meeting important deadlines, understanding and following college policies, and asking for help if you begin to struggle in a course. Please carefully monitor your inbox and thoroughly review all messages we send to you. Doing so will ensure your transition to college is as smooth as possible and it will set you up for success!

ALL NEW STUDENTS should plan to attend or view an orientation session to learn how to get started in CCP at Ashland University. This includes students whose classes are at their high school.

Sessions for students participating during the 2024-25 school year will be held in the spring before school lets out for summer break. Dates for the Spring 2024 sessions have not been set yet. Topics will include:

• Course suggestions and planning
• Help with searching for available classes
• How to order textbooks
• How to access AU resources
• Picking up your welcome kit (Sorry, we are unable to ship them to students.)

If you are joining us mid-year for spring courses, please review this site thoroughly and then email us if you would like an individual meeting for schedule planning and answers to your CCP questions, collegecreditplus@ashland.edu.

You may take courses at any or all of these locations:

• Main Campus or Online
  • Fall semester registration window, April 15 to July 15.
  • Spring semester registration window, Nov. 15 to Dec. 10.
• At Your High School (if your school partners with AU)
  • Registration for at-the-high-school courses will take place over the summer once your school provides us with their class rosters.
  • This means if you are solely taking courses at your high school, you won't be able to activate your AU account until later in the summer.

Steps to Registration:

1. ALL NEW students must submit the State-Required Survey. This form is required by the State of Ohio. You will not be registered for any class until this form has been submitted.
2. ALL NEW students must attend orientation, even if your CCP classes are solely at your high school. See the Orientation and Advising section on this page for details.
3. View the instructional slides, How to Search and Register for Classes.
   • Course Catalog
   • Registration Form
   • The CCP office will notify you via email once your registration request has been processed. It is critical that you follow the directions in that email RIGHT AWAY so you can confirm the accuracy of your schedule. 

Admission to the program will allow you to take most Level One Courses; however, some courses have special placement or prerequisite requirements:

• Math - 18 math ACT, 480 SAT, or Accuplacer QAS 263 (AAF scores not accepted) View additional details.
• English - 18 English ACT, 470 SAT, 263 Accuplacer Writing, or HS GPA > 3.0 and HS sophomore. View additional details.
• Foreign Language - Take the WebCape placement assessment. View additional details.

Additional Resources:

• Video: What should I take?
• Video: Searching Self Service

Email is how we communicate!

• All CCP students need to activate their AU email. This includes students taking classes at their high school.
• Please wait at least 24 hours after being registered for classes before attempting to activate your account.
• Use your AU email for all AU-related communication. Messages from us will go to your AU account, not your personal or HS account. It is CRITICAL that you use and check your AU email so you don't miss important messages.
• Don’t use your high school account to email us. Many districts’ network settings block messages from outside parties.

STEP 1:  Retrieve Your Username and Student ID Number

• Go to your application status page to retrieve your username, email address and student ID number.
• You won't need your student ID number to activate your account; however, you will need it to identify yourself, should you need to contact IT with account set up or access questions. You will also need your student ID to order textbooks. Write it down and keep it in a safe place.

STEP 2:  Go to "Pass I.T."

• Click on New User (not the first open box) and enter your username. The system will email you a code; be sure to choose your PERSONAL email address from the dropdown box.
• Set your password and the answers to your security questions.
• Also, be sure to enable two-factor authentication to secure your account.

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Difficulty? Call I.T.
If you have difficulty setting up your account or have technical issues, call IT at 419-289-5405 for assistance. Be prepared to identify yourself with your AU ID number (found in your application's status page; see step #1 above).

As soon as you have been registered, carefully confirm the accuracy of your schedule by viewing it at Self Service to help us ensure college and high school records match exactly. Should you discover any discrepancies, contact us right away.

Complete the Blackboard tutorial before your first semester begins to learn how to successfully navigate and use the Blackboard learning management system. 

Remember that Blackboard is where you will access your courses (but not until the start of the course), while Self Service is where you can view your schedule.

• Blackboard
• Self-Service

EagleCard

Your EagleCard gets you into Ashland University events as well as certain secured areas. It also allows you to access a wide array of goods and services by functioning as your:

• Library card
• Ticket to home athletic events
• Dining card - Add "Eagle Dollars" to your card for use at campus dining locations​
• Rec Center access (see info below)
• Printing at campus copier locations
• Participation in campus groups and organizations​ - Visit Engage Ashland
• Discounts at local merchants​

​We encourage all students to obtain their EagleCard, even if they won't be on campus regularly. Your card can be mailed to you if you live a significant distance from AU.

1. You must be registered for classes to obtain your EagleCard.
2. Upload your photo at Transact Campus, being certain to enter your activated AU email address, not your personal address. Watch for an invitation from the Eagle Card Office and follow their directions.
3. Learn more about your EagleCard.

Enjoy Free Rec Center Access with the CCP Membership!
Submit a CCP Membership Application to the Recreation & Wellness Office each semester. 

Students must be at least 16 years of age to utilize the CCP Membership and must have a liability form signed by their legal parent/guardian if under the age of 18. CCP students under the age of 16 and interested in using the Recreation Center may have their parent/guardian contact the Department of Recreation & Wellness at recwell@ashland.edu.

Parking Permit

Please see the link in the Resources section below for instructions on how to obtain your parking permit if you will be attending classes on the main campus and parking in a University lot.

Textbook questions?
Contact the bookstore at 419-289-5336 or books@ashland.edu.

You will need your STUDENT ID NUMBER to submit a textbook reservation.
You can find your ID# in your CCP application. (See Step 1)

• Main Campus and Online - View additional details.
• Courses at your High School - View additional details.
• How to Order Textbooks - View additional details.

If you visit the bookstore website during August and nothing is listed for your course, do not assume there is nothing to order unless the website specifically states a book is not required for your course. Even though it seems like the start of the semester is just around the corner, many professors will submit their textbook selections to the bookstore after August 1. Wait just a bit, then recheck the website. If nothing is listed, please contact the bookstore directly at books@ashland.edu.