Adult Learners
Who are Adult Learners?
An Adult Learner is a new or returning student entering college over the age of 25. These students may work full time, support a family, have dependents, or just needed to discontinue their education for personal reasons. They are a diverse group that may take on many responsibilities in their life. Working towards your Bachelor’s degree can be an intimidating journey, but the benefits are worth it! With our growing community of Adult Learners and the abundance of resources available, we are here to help you improve on your future and achieve your goals.
CSU has a longstanding tradition of serving adult and returning students. In fact, 15% of CSU’s undergraduate population are adult learners.
Academic Programs and Credit Options
What major is right for me?
Take this quick to find out which major is for you!
https://csuohio.mymajors.com/quiz/
Degree Maps by Major
https://www.csuohio.edu/advising/undergraduate-degree-maps
Transfer Guide Information
Cuyahoga Community College
https://www.csuohio.edu/transfer-guides/cuyahoga-community-college-transfer-guide
Lakeland Community College
https://www.csuohio.edu/transfer-guides/lakeland-community-college-transfer-guide
Lorain Community College
https://www.csuohio.edu/transfer-guides/lorain-county-community-college-transfer-guide
Non-Traditional Courses Available
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Awarding Non-Traditional Credits
We want you to know the various options you have as a returning student in order to get the most out of your previous experiences. We composed program and credit comparison charts to display the flexibility of our schools and colleges to guide you toward the right decision on what to study. We also created a document to explain other forms of non-traditional credits (such as military credits, CLEPs, and credit by exams) accepted at Cleveland State University. Learn more at the links below:
CSU CLEP Offerings
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a computer-based series of subject-specific tests offered by The College Board. These tests allow students to demonstrate subject mastery in order to earn college credit. Students are not required to attend Cleveland State in order to take CLEP tests at CSU’s Testing Services. Students should consult with an academic advisor from their institution to determine which CLEP test(s) to take. Please direct all questions regarding the use of CLEP credit for degree requirements to your academic advisor. For more information about CLEP exams, please see https://www.csuohio.edu/testingservices/college-level-examination-progra... . For free study courses to prepare for a CLEP exam, visit https://modernstates.org/. Each course includes online lectures, quizzes, tests, and textbooks, free of charge. The courses are designed to prepare students for the major CLEP tests offered, including subjects such as History, Computer Science, Math, English and Economics.
https://www.csuohio.edu/undergraduate-studies/student-resources
CSU Credit by Exam Offerings
Select departments may accept credit by examination for specific courses. The subject material to be covered, the method of examination, the minimal acceptable score/grade for passing, and the number of semester credit hours to be granted will be determined by the academic departments. For more information about Credit by Exams, please contact the faculty advisor in the desired department.
http://www.csuohio.edu/sites/default/files/10-9-18%20CBE%20List.pdf
Project 60
The Project 60 Program enables any Ohio resident, age 60 or older, to enroll in classes at Cleveland State University on a tuition-free, space-available basis.
https://www.csuohio.edu/project60/project60
AAPLE
Credit for prior learning experience is available to students in the College of Urban Affairs whose prior learning meets the criteria established by the faculty for academic credit toward the bachelor's degree. AAPLE (Assessment and Accreditation of Prior Learning Experience) allows you to earn academic credit for significant prior learning. AAPLE begins with UST 190: Analysis of Experiential Learning in Urban Affairs. This two-credit course teaches you the essentials of portfolio writing and acquaints you with the various majors in the college. For more information on the Assessment and Accreditation of Prior Learning Experience (AAPLE) program, please refer to https://www.csuohio.edu/urban/undergraduate/aaple.
Military Credit
Military personnel may be evaluated for transfer credit eligibility upon receipt of an official transcript from the appropriate dispensing body. Army, Navy and Coast Guard personnel obtain Joint Services Transcripts (JST) from the American Council on Education (ACE). Air Force personnel obtain transcripts from the Air University – Community College of the Air Force. ACE/JST transcripts make credit recommendations for each completed course. In general, CSU will give semester credit for courses assessed as either Lower Division electives or Upper Division electives. For more information, please visit https://www.csuohio.edu/vikingvets/military-credit.
Financial Aid Resources
Last Mile Grant
https://www.csuohio.edu/undergraduate-studies/comparison-charts
Dash Emergency Fund
https://www.csuohio.edu/all-in-1/dash-grant
Financial Aid Office
https://www.csuohio.edu/financial-aid/financial-aid
Hebrew Free Loan Association
College Now Scholarship Opportunities
https://www.collegenowgc.org/find-scholarships/
Academic and Support Services
Tutoring and Academic Success Center (TASC)
https://www.csuohio.edu/tutoring/tutoring
Online eTutoring
https://www.csuohio.edu/tutoring/etutoring-1
Counseling and Academic Success Clinic (CASC)
https://cehs.csuohio.edu/casal/counseling-academic-success-clinic-1
Math Learning Center
https://sciences.csuohio.edu/mathematics/math-learning-center
Writing Center
https://www.csuohio.edu/writing-center/writing-center
Career Services
https://www.csuohio.edu/career-services/personal-professional-development
Accommodations from Disability Services
https://www.csuohio.edu/disability/disability
Health and Wellness Services
https://www.csuohio.edu/health/health
Lift Up Vikes! Resource Center and Food Pantry
https://www.csuohio.edu/liftupvikes/liftupvikes
Counseling Center
https://www.csuohio.edu/counselingcenter/counselingcenter
Transfer Center
https://www.csuohio.edu/transfercenter/transfercenter
Campus 411/All-in-1 Enrollment Services
https://www.csuohio.edu/all-in-1/all-in-1
Veteran Student Support Center
https://www.csuohio.edu/vikingvets/vikingvets
Continuing Education
https://www.csuohio.edu/continuing-education/continuing-education
Center for eLearning
https://www.csuohio.edu/center-for-elearning/center-for-elearning
Women’s Center
https://www.csuohio.edu/womenscenter/womenscenter
College Now
Phone: 216-241-6184
Fax: 216-241-6184
Email: info@collegenowgc.org
Address: College Now Greater Cleveland State University
1500 West 3rd Street, Suite 125
Cleveland, OH 44113
https://www.collegenowgc.org/