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Running Start

Running Start

Are you a Junior or Senior in High School?

Did you know that you can earn college credit and high school credit at the same time with Running Start?

Experience exciting new classes as a full-time or part-time student.  Spokane Colleges gives you the skills and confidence you need to be successful.  Learn more about Running Start at Spokane Colleges today!  

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2026 Info Sessions are Approaching!

Info Session Recording

Please view our Running Start Information video,
if you are unable to attend the info sessions.

Jan 12 - University High School - 6PM - In Person
Jan 14 - Central Valley Virtual Learning -11AM - Zoom
Jan 15 - Liberty High School - 12:30PM - Zoom
Jan 20 - Freeman High School - 6PM - In Person 
Jan 21 - Rogers High School - 6PM - In Person
Jan 27 - Mead Learning Options - 6PM - Zoom
Jan 28 - Mead High School - 7PM - Zoom 
Jan 29 - Medical Lake High School - 5:30PM -  In Person

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Make the Most of Your Running Start Journey—Take Summer Classes!

Are you a Running Start student looking to stay ahead, lighten your future course load, or explore exciting new subjects? Summer classes at Spokane Community Colleges and Spokane Falls Community College are a great way to keep up the momentum and make the most of your time in college.

  • ✅ Shorter quarter (7 weeks) – Take a class in a quick format.
  • ✅ Take a Strategies for Success course – Work on a 2 year plan, and learn strategies on being a successful college student. 
  • ✅ Flexibility – Online and in-person options to fit your schedule.
  • ✅ Explore New Interests – Try a class outside your usual schedule.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Register for summer today and keep your college journey moving forward.
 
Summer Running Start Enrollment Verification Form

Spokane Community College

Spokane Community College

Known for industry leading two-year career and technical programs that prepare graduates for a career in high-demand professions. The main campus is in east Spokane, with satellite campuses in Colville, Inchelium, Newport, Republic and of course, online.

Spokane Falls
Community College

SFCC is an educational leader, providing affordable programs of the highest quality with faculty and staff dedicated to excellent instruction and student success. We have options for anyone looking to attain a career/technical degree or certificate, transfer to a four-year university or continue their education with our expanding applied bachelor's degree programs.

Contact Us

SCC Running Start

SCC Inquiry Form
Phone: 509-533-8062
SCC Running Start Webpage
 

SFCC Running Start

SFCC Inquiry Form
Phone: 509-533-3435
SFCC Running Start Webpage

Apply for Fall Quarter!

Apply for Fall Quarter!

Running Start Event Calendar

March 10

SCC Running Start Info Night >
SCC, Lair Student Ctr 006‑0135 Auditorium, SCC, Lair Student Ctr 006‑0100C East Lobby
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

March 12

SFCC Running Start Info Night >
SFCC, SUB 017‑0102 and SUB‑103 and SUB‑104
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

SCC Running Start Events
SFCC Running Start Events