Central Washington University Running Start

09/17/2026

Good afternoon Wildcats!

Part of running start? Come hang out, meet new people, and kick off the year with us!

📅 Wednesday, September 30
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Hebeler Hall, Room 207

Come enjoy snacks, light refreshments, games, and good vibes while connecting with other Running Start students! 🥳📚

Whether you’re brand new to Running Start or just looking to meet some new people, we’d love to see you there! 💫

📲 RSVP using the QR code!

We can’t wait to see you! 🐾❤️
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07/14/2026

Hello Wildcats,

We hope you're having a great summer!

Just a friendly reminder that if you are enrolled in a six-week summer course, please note that the uncontested withdrawal deadline is Friday, July 17, 2026. If you need to withdraw from a six week summer course, please complete the withdrawal form before 12:00pm (noon) on Friday. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Running Start Office or even drop in Hebeler Hall, Room 101 on Ellensburg Campus! :)

07/14/2026

Hello Wildcats, and Hello Summer!

Wishing everyone a season full of sunshine, adventure, and relaxation. Have a safe and Happy summer! 🌴

05/18/2026

Good afternoon Running Start Wildcats!

Its that time of year again! Graduation is right around the corner and with that comes summer!! As per usual the CWU Running Start Office will be holding an end of the year party to celebrate all our graduating seniors and incoming Running Start Students.

All Running Start Student's are welcome to join us Wednesday June 3rd, at 3-5pm for food, drinks, and games located inside and outside in the yard here at Hebeler Hall.

It is going to be a lot of fun! So grab a friend and come on over!

05/18/2026

Good morning CWU Running Start Wildcats!

Are you looking for a job? What about an opportunity to learn office skills through your time at CWU?

Well look no further! The Running Start Office is hiring for a new Peer Mentor!

Running Start Students who are 18 and older can apply for this position at:

CWU Careers: Running Start Peer Mentor

Job ID 7357

The Running Start Peer Mentor position is a great way for students to learn practical office skills while also having a flexible schedule for schooling. It is also a lot of fun! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to running start staff via the Running Start email, [email protected]. Or contact our current peer mentor, Shyloh, at [email protected].

Have a great morning and go Wildcats!

03/17/2026

Hello students!

Just a friendly reminder that spring advising is still available for CWU Running Start Students online and in person. You can schedule an appointment here at our advising webpage:

[email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true

Enrollment for classes is open so make sure you do advising soon so you can get into the classes you need!

Good luck with finals and GO WILDCATS!

02/19/2026

Good morning Running Start Wildcats!

We are just posting as a friendly reminder that advising for Spring Quarter 2026 is still open.

Students can schedule advising appointments via our bookings page or over the phone at 509-963-2087.

Bookings Page: [email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true

Students can also come to drop in advising, for information on that please watch for canvas announcements made by the Running Start Office.

Advising is a requirement for every student each quarter so please make sure to come in soon.

Keep up the great work students! Go Wildcats!!

02/09/2026

Hello! The CWU Running Start program is currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2026. Interested students can apply on our website: https://www.cwu.edu/.../specializ.../running-start/index.php
We are also hosting three information sessions for interested students and families:
February 11 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
March 10 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
April 9 from 5:30-7:00pm
We also have a series of online information sessions for those who would prefer to attend over Zoom. 🙂
Students and families can register here for one of the sessions: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cwurunningstart/
Please share with anyone who might be interested! 🙂
Also, please note that students can now start the Running Start program in the summer between 10th and 11th grade.

Buy tickets – CWU Running Start

02/02/2026

Good afternoon Running Start Wildcats!

Spring advising is now open for all our Running Start Students!!

You can schedule an in person advising appointment with Angelia or an online advising appointment with Chelsea at our Running Start advising webpage here:

https://www.cwu.edu/academics/specialized-programs/running-start/advising/index.php

Or you can schedule an appointment over the phone by calling our office at 509-963-1748.

There is also in person drop in advising. Times will change every week so please make sure to keep an eye on your canvas announcements for information about drop ins.

Remember that advising is required for each quarter, so if you haven't made an appointment yet please make sure to do so and bring your enrollment verification form signed by your high-school councilor and guardian.

If you need any help we are always here to be of assistance, we hope you have a great rest of your quarter and keep up the good work! Go Wildcats!

01/21/2026

Hello students and parents!!

CWU Running Start info sessions are coming up!

Parents and students are welcome to attend CWU's Running start information sessions for this winter 2026. We will have both in person and online sessions for free that can be signed up for at this URL:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cwurunningstart
These sessions will cover a summary of the Running Start program, how the admission process works, how enrollment for CWU credits and high school credits work, and provide answers to general questions you may have about our program and more!

If you are interested please come and join us!