Check with the college's bookstore for exact costs of books and supplies. Students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch in the high school may apply for Foundation assistance. Program Strengths Students have the opportunity to experience a college environment while in high school. The experience can make the transition from high school to college easier and clarify students' educational goals. Parents and students save many dollars in college tuition.
Students have access to a wider variety of elective courses than provided at the high schools.
Academically prepared students may be more challenged in advanced-level courses. Students who possess a high maturity level and the appropriate skills often thrive in a college environment. Students who find that traditional high school does not fit their needs often flourish in a different educational environment. Students who have transferred between high schools and have incurred credit difficulties find that Running Start can help them meet graduation requirements on time. In college classes, high school students gain from the participation and broad perspective of other college students.