The Office of College Access and Transition (OCAT) serves middle, high school, and college students by enhancing their educational opportunities through programs that help prepare them for academic success and or provide early access to college courses before high school graduation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is college credit plus?

College Credit Plus allows seventh through 12th-grade students to earn college credit in their own school, online, or on campus.

What is College Tech Prep?

College Tech Prep programs of study combine college-prep academic courses with advanced training in the latest technologies. at area career and technical centers. Students earn articulated credit after graduating high school and are enrolled full-time for a semester of college classes.

Youngstown Rayen Early College - how do I learn more?

Youngstown Rayen Early College (YREC) is a partnership between YSU and Youngstown City School District to provide students with a mentored experience in which they finish both high school and obtain a college degree. OCAT serves as the campus administrative liaison for YREC faculty and staff. YREC students are advised by an academic advisor in the Beeghly College of Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, and Education.