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Running Start

If you're an academically motivated high school junior or senior, you may be able to take college courses for free, earning credit for both high school and college!

Would you like more information?  Attend an information session this spring:

April 16, 2013 - SVC Mount Vernon Campus, 6:30 pm in Angst Hall 125.

April 17, 2013 - La Conner High School,  6:00 pm

April 23, 2013 - Anacortes High School, 6:30 pm

April 25, 2013 - SVC Whidbey Island Campus, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in Hayes Hall 137

April 30, 2013 - Lakewood High School, 10:00 am

May 1, 2013 - Concrete High School, 5:00 pm


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Get a RUNNING START
on your College Education

Running Start is a collaborative, state supported program offered by SVC and area public high schools. The program allows qualified juniors and seniors to enroll in college courses for high school and college credit.

As a Running Start student, the classes you take help meet your high school graduation requirements and can count toward your college or university degree! You can get a head start on your college education, decrease the amount of time you spend in school, make a smoother transition to college and reduce educational costs for yourself and your family.

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Contact one of our Running Start counselors on the campus or center of your choice.

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