1. Running start

2. Running start basics
Dual credit program for High School Juniors and Seniors
Available Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters (quarter lasts 11 weeks)
Able to take 15 college level credits per quarter
15 credits = Full time class load
5 college credits = 1 high school credit
Must be 100 level courses and above to count for college credit and Running Start funding
Can earn 9 high school credits per year if enrolled in 15 credits each quarter

3. How does a student qualify?
Must be a Junior or Senior in high school
Must demonstrate that you are ready for college level courses
ENGL & 101 Placement
10th grade students – take the Accuplacer at the college
11th grade students – SBA ELA score of 3 or 4, or HS transcript “B” or better in English 10 T2
College Math placement
HS transcript “B” or better in Algebra 2 second semester

4. Benefits of running start
Earn college and high school credits
Experience college environment
Self-responsibility and educational choices
Variety of classes and scheduling options
Participate in college activities
Diverse adult learning environment

5. Being a college student means….
Classes move at a faster pace
Grades appear on permanent college and high school transcript
Balancing two different schedules (college and high school calendars differ)
Different atmosphere/maturity level
Communication between family/high school staff is limited – you must be responsible!

6. Running Start is NOT 100% Free
Program costs
Running Start is NOT 100% Free
Every quarter students pay:
Student Fees (approx. $200 per quarter for full-time student)
Course fees – be sure to check course catalog, fees vary
Books = $250+ for full-time students
Supplies
Provide own transportation
Financial Assistance: Student fee waiver & Book Loan Program: available to eligible students

7. Time management
A fulltime course load at the college may only be 3 hours of class time per day
Class study time that is expected at the college level for a week is twice the number of credits
15 credits x 2 = 30 hours of study required per week
You must make your academics a priority to be successful
If you are working, be sure to limit your work time to 15 hour or less per week

8. Flexibility Classes may fill up quickly
Be sure to check your regularly for reminders from PHS
You will need to meet with your High School counselor in October, January, and April to complete your EVF form – be sure to schedule a meeting in advance to get your paperwork done on time
You may need to take afternoon or evening classes, or enroll in courses at multiple locations (Puyallup, Fort Steilacoom, Graham Kapowsin High School)
Remember that you if you are not able to get into a class you need, you can try again the next quarter.
You may need to take certain courses at PHS: Algebra II and World Language
Be sure to complete your high school requirements BEFORE Spring quarter Senior year

9. Running Start success Come to college prepared
Get to know your instructors and classmates
Learn to ask for help and seek out FREE resources on campus:
Tutoring Center
Writing Center
Counseling
Career Advising
Work with your college advisor and HS counselor
Know academic progress at all times – professors will NOT be reminding you of deadlines, etc

10. Steps to enroll
Complete online admissions application for fall 2019 – on college website
You will receive an from the college with your ID and your next steps
Visit the Testing webpage for the college – complete the Accuplacer at the college
Bring photo ID and your College ID number to the test
Schedule a time to meet with your PHS Counselor to complete your EVF (enrollment form)
Bring a copy of your passing Accuplacer score and your yellow Running Start contract with you
Meet with your academic advisor at the college
Register for courses
Follow up with your PHS Counselor to adjust your schedule at PHS as needed (drop or move classes)

11. Questions???