Application Instructions

Applying to Running Start is a multi-step process. First apply to Olympic College and email required documents to our office; then complete the enrollment steps listed below and in the acceptance email that was sent to you. 

(Complete steps 1 & 2 to meet deadline.)

  1. Step 1: Apply to Olympic College
  2. Step 2: Email Required Documents
  3. Step 3: Plan Your Class Schedule
  4. Step 4: Meet with High School Counselor
  5. Step 5: Email RSEVF to Running Start Office
  6. Step 6: Attend Running Start Orientation & Advising Session
  7. Step 7: Pay Fees, Buy Books, Attend Classes

Helpful Resources

Helpful Resources

Information PacketVirtual Office

 

Step-by-Step Instructions

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1Apply to Olympic College
  • Select Student Type
    Complete the Online Admissions Application (OAA). Apply early for priority processing and consideration. 
    • When completing the OAA, you must use your legal name. Later, you will be able to add a preferred name in ctcLink.
  • Indicate 'Running Start' as your student type under the 'I will be enrolling as a...' dropdown menu.
  • Indicate the specific degree or certificate you are seeking, or select 'Academic Transfer AA DTA' if you are unsure. You can always change this later.

You will receive a ctcLink Student ID number from the OC Admissions office with your next steps. 

Visit our 'How to Apply' to Olympic College webpage for helpful information and instructions. 

How to Apply to OC

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2Email Required Documents

Email the following documents to @email.

  • High school transcript (Home school students should submit letter of recommendation from their home school teacher if there isn't a home school transcript available.)
  • Accuplacer scores, if needed.

Complete the Running Start Student & Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement.

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3Plan Your Class Schedule
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After being accepted to OC, complete all of these enrollment steps, which are also listed in your acceptance email. 

  • Review class options using the ctcLink Class Schedule.
  • Log in to Class Schedule and add to shopping cart (note: this does not enroll you into those classes).
  • Select classes that meet high school graduation requirements and your academic goals.
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4Meet with High School Counselor
  • Select classes that meet high school graduation requirements.
  • Together complete the Running Start Enrollment Verification Form (RSEVF).
  • Parent and counselor signatures are required on the form (electronic signatures acceptable).
  • Ask for a transfer guide listing OC classes that meet high school requirements.

RSEVF FORMhttps://ospi.k12.wa.us/sites/default/files/2024-04/rsevf-2024-25-digital_ada.pdf

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5Email RSEVF to Running Start Office
  • Email your RSEVF to @email. (Must be sent prior to scheduling Running Start New Student Orientation & Advising Session.)

CONTACT RUNNING START

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6Attend Running Start Orientation & Advising Session
  • Email your RSEVF to @email, complete with required signatures, at least one week prior to your orientation (should be emailed prior to scheduling).
  • Attend Running Start New Student Orientation where you will learn about college resources, procedures, faculty expectations.
  • During orientation you will receive advising and enroll in your classes.

CONTACT RUNNING START

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7Pay Fees, Buy Books, Attend Classes
  • Pay all fees to the Cashier's Office or through ctcLink Student Self-Service Portal by the Friday before the quarter begins. 
  • Visit the OC Bookstore online to view required textbooks.

Pay Tuition & Fees