Running Start
About
Running Start during COVID-19
How to contact us:
- Email: enroll@clark.edu
Our current estimated response time is two business days
Visit www.clark.edu/covid-19 for more information about college operations at this time.
Running Start provides academically motivated students an opportunity to take college courses as part of their high school education. Students may take just one class per quarter, or take all of their courses on the Clark College campus, earning both high school and college credit for all completed courses.
Students in the program attend regular day or evening college classes. Running Start students are accepted as a regular college student by Clark College instructors, and are expected to complete the same coursework requirements as their college classmates.
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Why Running Start
The Running Start program allows high school juniors and seniors to earn college credits
while completing their high school education - saving students money while advancing
their education. Students are able to attend college, at minimal cost, while still
living at home as a high school student.
Students are able to select courses that challenge them academically and provide real-world
applications. Many students earn their associate’s degree and leave prepared to start
a career or transfer to a four-year institution to pursue their bachelor’s degree.
Get Started
Before you can qualify for the Running Start program, you will need to apply to Clark College.
Continuing Students
If you are....
- a graduating senior who wishes to continue taking classes at Clark after you graduate or
- a current Running Start student who plans to take a class in summer term or
- a current Running Start student taking over 15 credits for the term
Fill out a new Admissions application enrolling as a "Reapplying" student and indicate your program as Academic or Professional Technical.
Attend a Virtual Running Start Information Night to Learn More!
Running Start Information Nights are held in the Winter and early spring of each year. These optional information sessions are for students and their families who want to know more about beginning the Running Start program. Check here for dates and times.
If you are a high school student or parent with questions about getting started at Clark College as a Running Start students, please email us at start@clark.edu with your questions.