Running Start allows qualified high school juniors and seniors to enroll tuition-free in college-level courses as part of their high school program of study. Books, supplies, lab fees, and transportation are the responsibility of the student. Students are responsible to pay for any college courses numbered below 100.
2024 Running Start Information Session Video
UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSIONS:
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*All sessions are scheduled for 6 p.m., please view the 2024 Running Start Information Video prior to attending.
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Summer 2024 all incoming juniors and seniors, new to the Running Start program, are eligible to enroll in a maximum of 10 college-level credits summer quarter. Summer quarter classes begin on July 1st and end on August 9th. Summer quarter is condensed into 6 weeks (fall, winter, and spring quarters are 12 weeks)
To qualify and enroll in summer classes, students must meet the deadlines below and attend New Student Enrollment (NSE) on June 6th.
June 6th NSE Deadlines
Considering Summer Quarter Running Start?
Yes or No: Am I available July 1st – August 9th? Summer quarter is condensed into 6 weeks (fall, winter, and spring quarters are 12 weeks, so students are expected to complete the same amount of course work in ½ the amount of time).
Yes or No: Do I have a reliable computer and internet connection? (most summer classes are offered online)
Yes or No: Do I have time to commit to classes? Example: 1 class + study time = 24 hours per week, 2 classes + study time = 48 hours per week.
As a current Running Start student, you may be eligible to enroll in a maximum of 10 college-level credits. Summer quarter is condensed into 6 weeks (students will be expected to complete the same amount of course work in ½ the amount of time).
Important: The number of credits you are eligible to take must be calculated and confirmed by your high school before Running Start can pay for your summer quarter classes.
As a current Running Start senior, you are eligible to enroll in summer quarter classes if you have 15 credits or less remaining to complete your college degree. Summer quarter is condensed into 6 weeks (students will be expected to complete the same amount of course work in ½ the amount of time).
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