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1. d Cheryl Holden Director of High School Programs Running Start 509•542•5507columbiabasin.edu
2. d Quick Facts. CBC is a two-year community college located in Pasco, Washington Accredited Yes Enrollment Quarterly Number of students 8,000+ Average class size 25:1 Financial aid Grants offered Yes Scholarships offered Yes Loans offered Yes
3. d Quality Education. State-of-the-Art Facilities Health Science Center Lee R. Thornton Center for Science, Diversity & Technology Observatory Fitness Center Talented Caring Faculty Instructors Teach Their Classes Small Class Size Wireless Campus GET THIS! CBC grads who transfer, often do as well, or better than students who attended a four-year institution the entire time.
4. d Certificates. Degrees. Programs. More than 60 Academic Offerings …and many more! Visit www.columbiabasin.edu/programs for a full listing.
5. d A.A. & A.A.S. Degrees. Two years here. Two years there. Earn your AA degree then enter as a junior to more than 15 public four-year colleges and universities in Washington.* Train to go straight to work. An AAS degree in programs like Automotive Technology, Welding, or Nursing allows you to immediately obtain a job with highly specialized skills. GET THIS! 82% of CBC grads with technical degrees are employed within 1 year after leaving CBC. *If you plan to attend an out-of-state or private college, see your CBC Educational Planner for more details.
6. d Beyond the Classroom. Participate in any of the following: Clubs Student Government Theater Music On-campus Employment …and much more
7. d Affordable. Annual Tuition Columbia Basin College WA State Public Universities $3,300 $5,000 - $8,000* *tuition as of 2009-10
8. d Running Start. Columbia Basin College Running Start
9. d Running Start. Opportunity for HS juniors and seniors. Take college courses while in high school. Enroll in high school and college classes at the same time OR solely in college classes. What is Running Start?
10. d Running Start. Eligible for equivalent of two years of high school. Take college-level courses; 100 level or above. Receive high school and college credit for completed classes. College classes are tuition-free. Students pay for books, supplies, transportation, and fees. How does Running Start work?
11. d Running Start. College placement test (COMPASS) is required. Must place into college-level reading and in either math or English, at college level. Test during the spring of your sophomore year. Computerized test--no time limit. Test takes about three hours. How do I qualify for Running Start?
12. d Running Start. w/ Running Start w/out Running Start Attending College After High School Cost Savings - 2 Yrs. Tuition $0 CBC $6,594 WA State Public University $10,000-$16,000
13. d Running Start. Courses not offered at local high school. Earn up to two years of college credit, without paying tuition. Can earn Associates of Arts degree (AA degree) and high school diploma at the same time. Running Start Advantages
14. d Running Start. Maturity level of the student Socialization Transportation- students responsibility CBC operates on a quarter system Running Start Possible Limitations
15. d Running Start. A student must supply official free or reduced-price lunch eligibility documentation from the school district, that which they are receiving Running Start credits. Current proof of eligibility is required each academic year. Low-Income Fee Waiver
16. d Running Start. Class Pace Class Attendance Homework Tutor & Writing Center Grade Reports Academic Records Academic Standards Advising Running Start Key Facts
17. d Running Start. Take the college placement test. Call and schedule an appointment 542-4860. **See handout for specifics Test results are immediately given to student Qualifications: must place at college-level reading and in either math or English, at college level. How do I enroll in Running Start?
18. d Running Start. First Year Introduction (FYI) All students required to attend FYI FYI is a 12-hour workshop that teaches how to be successful in college. Success Is Our Main Priority
19. d Running Start. Running Start students are required to meet all Washington state graduation requirements to receive a high school diploma. HSPE
20. d Running Start. 2.0 cumulative grade point average Complete required number of credits Full-time = minimum 12 credits ¾ time = 9-11 credits ½ time = 6-8 credits < ½ time = 1-5 credits (not eligible for some programs) Probation vs. cancellation Financial aid checks credits completed at the end of each quarter. Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy at CBC Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress Running Start students must adhere to the Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy in order to be eligible academically for financial aid when finished with Running Start. Questions? Check with Financial Aid
21. d For More Information. Janice Bocek Running Start 509•542•4481 columbiabasin.edu/running start
22. d Running Start. Thank you for attending. columbiabasin.edu