Running Start

Start early on your college education.

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As a Running Start scholar, you can take college-level courses at any of the Seattle College campuses alongside your high school coursework, tuition-free. These courses count towards your high school diploma as well as towards your future college degree, helping you to get a head start on your college education.

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About Running Start

Attend community college tuition-free within the state of Washington.


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Get Started

Explore the application process to the Running Start program.


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Upcoming Events

Running Start drop-in sessions are open to current or prospective students.


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Students

What to expect and how to be successful.


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Parents and Families

Resources and information for Running Start families.


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High School Counselors

Easily access essential Running Start resources.


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After Running Start

As high school graduation nears, consider your options at Seattle Colleges.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Need more information? The answers to many common Running Start questions can be found here.


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Contact

Running Start contact info.