Through the CCP program at CVCC, I was able to earn college credits while still in high school—completely tuition free. It gave me a huge head start on my degree and helped me figure out what I wanted to study.
Career and College Promise
Catawba Valley Community College offers the Career and College Promise (CCP) programs for high school students to get a head start on their college careers.
The Career and College Promise (CCP) Program allows qualified students to be enrolled in high school and earn tuition free college credits at the same time. Students can earn college credit through one of seven college transfer pathways with NC Career and College Promise that can then transfer to all public universities in North Carolina, as well as many private colleges or universities. Students can also choose to earn tuition free credits toward many of the career technical programs offered at CVCC.
Discover more through the CCP Knowledgebase.
Career and College Promise is available to eligible high school students through a partnership among the Department of Public Instruction, the NC Community College System, the University of North Carolina System, and many independent colleges and universities. Please review official CCP documents and resources that have been published by the NC Community College System.
Campus office hours vary near and during holidays. Please (828) 327-7000, ext or email [email protected].
The Career and College Promise section of the CVCC Catalog is where students may view more detailed information on each individual pathway. CVCC has both College Transfer Pathways and Career Technical Education Pathways.
College Transfer Pathways (CTP)
Pathways under this category allow qualified high school juniors and seniors to complete a minimum of 30 hours of college transfer credit tuition free. Classes identified in the College Transfer Pathways will transfer seamlessly (with a course grade of C or higher) to any North Carolina public university as well as participating private colleges/universities.
Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways
Pathways under this category allow qualified high school juniors and seniors to pursue a certificate or diploma aligned with a high school career cluster.
Who is Eligible?
Potential Career and College Promise (CCP) students who are planning to enroll at Catawba Valley in the Fall 2019 term and beyond will be impacted by the new RISE eligibility standards.
To Maintain Eligibility for Continued Enrollment, a Student Must:
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Continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and
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Maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses.
NCCS/CCP Eligibility Standards CTP:
- Students must be juniors or seniors in a North Carolina public, private or home school setting.
- Students may qualify for a CCP college transfer pathway with a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 2.8 (or higher) or with approved assessment scores.
NCCS/CCP Eligibility Standards CTE:
- Students must be juniors or seniors in a North Carolina public, private or home school setting.
- CTE pathway students will have the option to qualify for the program with a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 2.8 (or higher) or approved assessment scores.
- Principals (or their designee) may submit a waiver to allow a student entry into a CTE pathway. If a waiver is submitted, the principal (or their designee) will need to provide rationale for why the GPA requirement was waived. CTE pathways that include UGETC (Universal General Education Transfer Component) courses will not be eligible for the principal waiver/designee waiver for entry into the CCP program.
We’re excited to partner with our local schools to support students on their journey to success. Use the list below to find the Scholar Advisor matched with your high school — they’re here to help guide and support you every step of the way!
| 2025-2026 Scholar Advisor High School Assignments | ||
| Name | Location | |
| Meredith Lerm | [email protected] | Challenger Early College |
| Natalie Mull | [email protected] | Fred T Foard |
| Martha Carrillo | [email protected] | St. Stephens |
| Kay Walker | [email protected] | Bandys |
| Laura De Boer | [email protected] | Bunker Hill |
| Trina Williams | [email protected] | Newton Conover and Discovery |
| Erin Irvin | [email protected] | Hickory High and HCAM |
| Elizabeth Shealy | [email protected] | Homeschool and Private (except HCA) |
| Tina Propst | [email protected] | Out of County – Other |
| Christy Lefevers | [email protected] | Hickory Christian Academy |
| Christie Sims | [email protected] | Alexander Central and Maiden HS |
| Elen Gibbs | [email protected] | Alexander Early College |
CCP Student and Guardian Agreement Form
CCP Fee Information: The CCP and Course Materials Fee is $120.00 per semester. This fee is payable through your CVCC Portal or at the Business Office located downstairs in the student services building.
CVCC Help Desk:
- Phone: 828.327.7000 x 4444
- Email: [email protected]
- Office: East Wing
Contacts
Christy Lefevers, Associate Dean of High School Programming
Economic Development and Corporate Education
828-327-7000 ext. 4308
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