Running Start Admission
Getting started at Centralia College is easy and free. Student seeking to participate in the Running Start program can follow these simple steps to apply and register.
Running Start is a state program for academically qualified juniors and senior high school students. You can enroll in courses to fulfill high school graduation requirements and earn college credit.
STEP 1
Attend an orientation.
Learn about Running Start, how it works, the resources available, and your options to see if Running Start is right for you. Your parent or guardian must attend the orientation with you. Attend one session only.
| Day/Time | Location/Link |
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4pm Tuesday, February 17 |
Walton Science Center Room 121
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| 6pm Wednesday, February 25 Bilingual Session (English & Spanish) |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
| 4pm Tuesday, March 3 | Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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6pm Wednesday, March 11 |
Online via Zoom Meeting code: 862 9291 8083 |
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4pm Tuesday, March 17 Optional Campus Tour at 3pm - Meet at the Welcome Desk inside the TransAlta Commons building |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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9am Tuesday, March 24 |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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4pm Thursday, April 2 |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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6pm Wednesday, April 8 |
Online via Zoom Meeting code: 862 9291 8083 |
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5pm Wednesday, April 15 |
Centralia College East, 701 Airpor Way, Morton |
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12pm Friday, April 17 |
Online via Zoom Meeting code: 862 9291 8083 |
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4pm Monday, April 27 |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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5pm Wednesday, May 6 Optional Campus Tour at 4pm - Meet at the Welcome Desk inside the TransAlta Commons building |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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12pm Friday, May 15 |
Online via Zoom Meeting code: 862 9291 8083 |
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6pm Wednesday, May 20 |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
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12pm Friday, June 5 |
Online via Zoom Meeting code: 862 9291 8083 |
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5pm Wednesday, June 10 |
Walton Science Center Room 121 |
Step 2
Complete an Online Admission Form
Complete the free online admission form.
Step 3
Email Your High School Transcript
Email your most recent high school transcript to ccrunningstart@centralia.edu. If you are home-schooled, a transcript is not required.
Step 4
Take Placement Tests or Send Test Scores
You do not need to take a college placement test if you have one of the following:
- A qualifying high school transcript with a ‘B’ or higher in your English class
- An SBAC score in ELA of 3 or higher
If you do not have a transcript or a SBAC score, you can take a college placement test for free. Visit the Testing Center webpage for options. You must test into college-level reading to be eligible for Running Start.
Step 5
Meet with a Centralia College Advisor
Schedule an appointment for advising by emailing ccrunningstart@centralia.edu.
Contact Running Start
Running Start
Advising/Counseling Center
TransAlta Commons, Second Floor
360-623-8967
ccrunningstart@centralia.edu