Get a Running Start on College

Juniors and seniors at WA State public high schools pay zero tuition to take classes through the Running Start program at North Seattle College. Students earn both high school and college credits for these courses.

Why enroll in Running Start?

✓ Satisfy your high school graduation requirements
✓ Earn college credit
✓ Get a head start on your college education
✓ Save thousands of dollars while you’re at it

Enroll Now

Winter Quarter starts Jan. 4. To enroll in Running Start, you'll need to apply to North Seattle College and fill out a Running Start application. There are no application fees, and new students are often surprised by the fast turnaround in the application process.