Running Start at CWU allows eligible high school juniors and seniors to take college courses tuition-free at Central Washington University.
CWU welcomes eligible high school juniors and seniors to participate in the Running Start program at our beautiful and historic campus in Ellensburg, located in the heart of Washington. Students enrolled in the Running Start program on campus are able to take college courses tuition-free. The credits earned from these courses are generally transferrable to other colleges and universities, while also satisfying high school requirements. Students may enroll simultaneously in high school and college courses, or exclusively in college courses. Participating in the Running Start program on campus allows Running Start students the opportunity to take a wide range of courses from CWU faculty and gain the experience of a traditional college student while also enjoying the support of their family, high school, and local community.
