Students and parents can start by attending a virtual information session which will give a clear overview of the Running Start program

VANCOUVER — Clark College will host a series of virtual Running Start Information Sessions and follow up with in-person Application & Enrollment Support Nights on campus to help high school students and families to learn more about the Running Start program and explore how the Running Start program can accelerate college and career goals.

Students and parents can start by attending a virtual information session which will give a clear overview of the Running Start program. After which, they will then be invited to participate in hands-on in-person Application & Enrollment Support Nights on Clark College’s campus, where college staff will be available to provide hands-on assistance with applications, placement, and next steps.

These free sessions are designed to help students understand how they can earn college credit tuition-free while completing their high school education. While attendance is not required, the sessions are strongly encouraged for students considering the program.

VIRTUAL RUNNING START INFORMATION SESSIONS

All sessions will be held online from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. on the following dates:

• Monday, Feb. 2
• Tuesday, Feb. 24
• Wednesday, March 11
• Thursday, April 16
• Thursday, April 30

Each session will cover:

• Program Eligibility & costs
• Enrollment Steps & timelines
• Placement Options
• Academic Planning Tips
• Transferring to Four-year Institutions 
• Student life at Clark College
• Academic & Student Support Resources

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, and to hear directly from a current Clark College student about their Running Start experience.

Register online to attend. Participants will receive a Zoom link automatically after completing registration. Live captioning in English, and interpreters in Spanish and Russian will be available for all sessions.

APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT SUPPORT NIGHTS (In-Person)

After attending a virtual information session, students will receive an email with enrollment details and a registration form to attend an on-campus Application & Enrollment Support Night at Clark College. These hands-on sessions will provide personalized in-person assistance with applications, enrollment steps, and general questions. 

Each Application & Enrollment Support Night will offer four sessions at 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30 p.m. on the following dates at Clark College’s main campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98663:

• Monday, Feb. 9
• Tuesday, March 3
• Wednesday, March 18
• Thursday, April 23
• Thursday, May 7 

All are welcome. Clark College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Learn more atwww.clark.edu/nds.

Accommodation: If you need accommodation due to a disability in order to fully participate in this event, please contact Clark College’s Human Resources Office. Phone: 360-992-2105 or email hr@clark.edu.

ABOUT RUNNING START AT CLARK COLLEGE

Running Start allows eligible high school juniors and seniors to earn college credits while completing their high school education – saving time and money while advancing their academic goals. Many Running Start students earn an associate degree, and graduate ready to enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution. 

Running Start students benefit from small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a wide range of academic programs and career pathways. Clark College’s accessible campus offers modern learning spaces, arts and cultural programming, athletics, dozens of student clubs, and comprehensive academic, financial, and personal support services designed to remove barriers and support students success.

Learn more about the Running Start Program at Clark College.

ABOUT CLARK COLLEGE BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

At Clark College, students can also choose to continue their education in any of the six bachelor’s degree programs in Applied Management, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Dental Hygiene, Human Services, and Teacher Education. These programs are designed to build on existing associate degrees, allowing students to enter as juniors and complete their bachelor’s degree in two years or less.

Developed in response to local and regional industry needs, Clark’s bachelor programs emphasize applied skills and career readiness, combining technical knowledge with upper-level courses to prepare students for advanced careers and professional success. 

Learn more about Clark College bachelor degrees.

ABOUT CLARK COLLEGE

Founded in 1933, Clark College is Southwest Washington’s largest public institution of higher education, serving almost 10,000 students per term. Clark College provides residents of Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality academic and technical education. 

Clark College offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, including bachelor’s and associate degrees; professional certificates; high school diplomas and GED preparation; and non-credit community and continuing education. Clark serves a wide range of students including high school students, displaced workers, veterans, parents, non-native English speakers, and mature learners. Approximately 47% of its students are in the first generation of their families to attend college.  

Information provided by Clark College Communications.