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Running Start

Tuition Free College Credits for High School Juniors and Seniors


Running Start is for everyone!
All juniors and seniors are welcome.

Regardless of your English placement, or GPA, you can participate. Running Start is for ALL juniors and seniors. We turn no one away. Enroll in the program, and we will help you find classes to take that are a good match for you.

Frequently Asked Questions



Program Overview

Running Start

Enrollment is now open! We accept all high school juniors and seniors.

Working Remotely
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Important dates

Academic Calendar

Information sessions

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How do I Enroll?

High School counselors

87

percent completion rate

1,300

students participating in program

54

High Schools Represented

$4,000

average cost savings per student
Factoids Background

University Transfer
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Direct Employment
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Experience the College Environment
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Online and distance Learning
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Elective and Career
Technical Credits
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