Running Start Cuts Mean Fewer Free Credits

By: Mike McClanahan

Outlets: TVW

Published: May 14, 2026

Words: 524

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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High school students in the Running Start program won’t be able to take as many tuition-free college classes when this year’s K-12 funding cuts take effect.

The program allows high school juniors and seniors students to enroll in free classes at all 34 community and technical colleges and a few 4-year colleges in Washington.

Families are responsible for books, fees, and transportation.

The number of tuition-free credits available to each Running Start student is …

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