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Admission Criteria
Regular admission to the college is open to all who have earned a high school diploma, completed homeschooling at the secondary level, or passed the General Education Development (GED) test.
Why COTC
We’re the beacon in your backyard, a gateway to unlimited potential. Whether you’re pursuing a promotion, a new opportunity or your passions, COTC will get you there.
No matter how you got here, or exactly what you plan to do next, COTC has all the resources to help you succeed. We work closely with local industry professionals to properly educate and train our students for the work that awaits them. We’re here for you, and we can’t wait to have you here.
Visit Campus
Visiting campus is one of the best ways to see if our college is the right fit for you. We offer a variety of visit options from group experiences to personalized one-on-one appointments. No matter where you are in your college search, a campus visit can help you explore your options, ask questions and take the next step with confidence.
Earn Credit for What You Know
Not all learning happens in the classroom.
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) recognizes that college-level learning can happen outside of a college classroom. We value your life experience by turning it into college credit that can be applied toward a certificate or degree.
If you have an industry-recognized credential, professional licensure, significant work experience, and/or complete an approved exam in a designated subject area, you may be eligible for college credit without taking a college course.
Future Students
At COTC, we want to learn more about you and provide information, education and opportunity to be part of your education journey. When we learn more about you, we can better assist and put you on the right path to success.
Military and Veteran Students
COTC greatly values each and every service member — both past and present — for serving our country. We welcome you to continue your studies at COTC and are dedicated to providing a quality educational experience that will prepare you to enter a rewarding career.
High School Counselors and Staff
AT COTC, we value the partnerships we have with our local school districts. From CCP to high school visits, this page is your one-stop shop to find the information you need.
Steps to Enroll
Whether it is your first time in college or you are a transfer or returning student, follow our enrollment steps and before you know it, you’ll be a COTC student.
Welcome to the Gateway
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The Gateway houses many departments designed to assist students with their educational goals.