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Hey, Running Start Eagle!

Don’t forget! Every quarter you want to attend 51福利社, you’ll need to:

  1. Meet with your Running Start advisor to plan courses
  2. Submit an enrollment verification form (AKA your EVF; you’ll get this when you meet with your advisor)
  3. Register for your classes

Upcoming Advising & EVF Deadlines

QuarterMeet With Your Advisor ByEVF Due
Summer 2026June 5June 8
Fall 2026September 8September 10

Please refer to the听 for university-wide dates and deadlines.

狈辞迟别:听If you’re planning your very first quarter of Running Start at 51福利社, make sure you’ve applied to the program and followed the Newly Admitted Steps.听

Advising

No. You must meet with a Running Start advisor prior to plan out your courses for the upcoming quarter.

No. You must meet with a Running Start advisor. After the meeting, you will receive your EVF in your 51福利社 email.

No. You only register in the advising appointment in your first quarter at Running Start. After your first quarter, you will plan your courses in your advising appointment with your Running Start advisor, and then register yourself once your EVF is turned in and registration opens.

You can either book an appointment online using听听or by calling our front desk at听509.359.6155.

No. We believe it is the student鈥檚 responsibility to schedule these important appointments. We will make an exception to this if the student has a valid health concern or other serious matter where making a call or using Navigate would not be possible.

No. You must have an appointment with a Running Start Advisor over Zoom or in-person in our office on the Cheney campus.

Graduating Senior Events

Running Start Graduation Ceremony

Date: May 20,2026

Celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of the Class of 2026 as they graduate from high school and 51福利社 Running Start! Graduating seniors are invited to bring their family and friends for an evening filled with excitement, recognition and Eagle pride.

Enjoy light refreshments, a graduation ceremony, and plenty of time for photos and celebration as we mark this milestone together.
Location:听Showalter Hall Auditorium ()

5 p.m. 鈥� Check-In and Refreshments
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 鈥� Graduation Ceremony
6:30 – 7 p.m. 鈥� Refreshments & Photo Opportunities

 

School District Graduation Plans

Graduation plans show which 51福利社 courses are equivalent to high school graduation requirements by school district. Download your school district鈥檚 graduation plan.

Courses & Grades

It depends on when in the quarter you would like to do so.

  • Before or During Registration:听You can email your Running Start advisor and ask to change a course you had planned to take. Please state the reason for the change and what course you would rather take. An advisor will look over the replacement course and help you with the next steps.
  • After Registration:听You can always drop a course prior to the final drop date without any issue. Once you have dropped the unwanted course, you can then register for the course you have chosen to replace it.
  • One Week Into the Quarter:听You will need to submit a听听to our office. Once the form is approved (typically takes 3鈥�5 days), withdraw yourself from the unwanted course. Then you can register for the replacement course.

You will need to submit a听听to our office. Once the form is approved (typically takes 3鈥�5 days), withdraw yourself from the unwanted course. Your course will be taken down from your Canvas at that point. If you withdraw from a course after the drop date, you will receive a 鈥淲鈥� grade on your transcript.

If you drop your course before the drop date, nothing. You’re free to sign up for a different class to replace it, or leave your schedule as-is.

If you withdraw from a course after the drop date, you will receive a 鈥淲鈥� grade on your transcript. While a 鈥淲鈥� is not a negative mark, it’s usually better to avoid having multiple 鈥淲鈥� grades on a transcript.

During the quarter, you will need to ask your teacher about your current course grade. After finals week, you can find all your course grades on your 听account. All Running Start students follow the same grading policies as general 51福利社 students. For more information regarding 51福利社 grading policies, please visit听.

Note: Your Running Start Advisor is not informed of your grades during the quarter. Your advisor won’t know your final grades until they are posted at the end of the quarter.

There are a few different ways you can address a failing grade in a course:

  • Have a conversation with your teacher. Explain why you are having a hard time in the course and politely ask if there is any way you could get a better, passing grade or what you need to be focusing on more to be able to understand the coursework. Ask if they know of any good tutors for the subject.
  • Ask for an incomplete 鈥淴C鈥� grade. An incomplete grade is like pushing the pause button on your failing class. If you are failing because of late work, this option is a good one to consider since it gives you a select amount of time to finish the late work and turn it in for a final grade.
  • If you feel like you are going to certainly fail a class, even after speaking to your teacher and getting some extra help, you can choose to withdraw from the class. You will need to submit a听听to our office. Once the form is approved (typically takes 3鈥�5 days), withdraw yourself from the unwanted course. Your course will be taken down from your Canvas at that point. If you withdraw from a course, you will receive a 鈥淲鈥� grade on your transcript. The 鈥淲鈥� grade does not negatively affect your GPA but it does mean that you will have to retake the course if it is a required credit you need for high school.

When you fail a course at 51福利社, you can take the course again for a better grade. The most recent grade earned in the course will be given consideration on your transcript. The first instance of the course will appear on your transcript, but it will not be calculated into your final GPA.

FERPA & Student Privacy

Since Running Start students are treated the same as the general population, FERPA applies to Running Start students equally, meaning that unless documentation is provided, we are legally prohibited from sharing your FERPA-protected information with others.

Disclosure of information from confidential educational records is limited to the eligible student or to others:

  1. To whom the eligible student releases the records.
  2. Who have a legitimate educational interest.
  3. Who are entitled or permitted to know the content of the records by virtue of one or more FERPA exceptions.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to talk to their students about their academic progress. If a parent or guardian calls our office, we cannot disclose FERPA protected information.

  • Grades
  • Test Scores
  • Social Security Numbers
  • Financial Records
  • Disciplinary Records
  • Class Schedule
  • Any identifying data other than Directory Information

Any identifying data that would be considered Directory Information:

  • Name(s) and other contact information
  • Field of study
  • Dates of attendance
  • Degrees and awards
  • Most recent previous public or private school attended by the student
  • Any other information authorized in writing by the student

If you would like your parent or guardian to be able to access your FERPA protected information, you need to fill out the . You can revoke access in the future, if you want.

No, you’ll still need to make your own advising appointments. We believe that practicing independence as a Running Start student will help you be better prepared for future college experiences and success.

罢丑别听听(a.k.a. FERPA or the Buckley Amendment) is federal legislation enacted in 1974 that sets forth requirements regarding the privacy of student records. It requires institutions accepting federal monies to protect the privacy of student information. FERPA applies to all current and former students of Northwest. An institution鈥檚 failure to comply with FERPA may result in the Department of Education鈥檚 withdrawal of federal funds.

Other Questions

If you have charges owed on your account, they could be from one of a few places:

  • Course/Lab Fees:听These can range between $15-$60 depending on the course they are connected to.
  • Late Fees:听If you do not pay the costs charged to your account after a certain amount of time, you鈥檒l start to accrue late fees as well.
  • 听All-Inclusive Textbook Charge:听Some course textbooks have all-inclusive formats that are automatically charged to your account and downloaded unless you opt-out of the service. These charges can range widely in price, but are usually in the $100-$400 range.

The EagleCard is the 51福利社 student ID card. You can order one through in 120 Tawanka Hall.

  • Running Start Advisor:听The Running Start advisor assigned to your school will help you with any registration issues, high school and college credits questions, general 51福利社 campus questions, math and English placement surveys, adding and dropping classes, helping you get educational aid and book loan questions.
  • Running Start Front Desk:听Reach out to our front desk at听runningstart@ewu.edu听to turn in your EVF or general questions about Running Start, registration, application issues, technology or campus.
  • IT Help Desk:听Please contact the听听if your SSO information is lost or forgotten, EagleNet is down or if you鈥檙e having Canvas issues.
  • High School Counselor:听Your high school counselor can help you with high school credit information, issues with high school classes, EVF discussion, approved credit amounts and graduation issues.

Educational Resources

Career Center

We can help you write a cover letter and resume, find internship or job opportunities and sharpen your interviewing skills.

Career Help

Counseling & Wellness Services

Receive short-term counseling that is focused on solutions and resources, with in-person or telehealth options available.

Math Tutoring

Need extra help with math? We are here to help! We offer tutoring in several places around campus.

Extra Help with Math

PLUS Tutoring

Our peer facilitators, tutors and coaches are here to help you succeed in your courses and academic goals.

Student Accommodations & Support Services

We coordinate accommodations so every student can receive an equal opportunity to learn and participate in campus life.

Writers' Center

We collaborate with writers at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming to polishing final drafts.

Student Organizations

Multicultural Center

Find opportunities to develop as a leader, network with campus and community resources, and develop a support system while at 51福利社.

Pride Center

We support LGBTQIA+ students and the greater 51福利社 community through advocacy and empowerment, providing community space, delivering programs and events and facilitating trainings and workshops.

SAIL

Discover yourself through interesting and fun student organizations and clubs, with the exception of 51福利社 Athletics and Greek Life.

Graduating Seniors Staying at 51福利社

Since you were a previous Running Start student, you don’t have to apply to 51福利社! We already have a copy of your current 51福利社 transcript and you听do not have to pay the application fee.

  1. Email your official high school transcripts to admissions@ewu.edu
  2. Mention in your email: 鈥淚鈥檓 an 51福利社 Running Start student and this transcript is my undergraduate application for Fall 25.鈥�

Deadline for Fall 2025: September 2, 2025

If you meet the minimum GPA requirement (usually 2.80) and you’ve sent us your official high school transcripts, you may be considered for an award.

Deadline: February 1, 2025

Apply for 51福利社 Scholarships

 

Complete your FAFSA or WASFA as soon as possible to be considered for the most financial aid.

Deadline:听June 1, 2025

FAFSA & WASFA Information

Congratulations on continuing your education at 51福利社! The confirmation steps will walk you through

Confirm

Sometime in mid-to-late April after you’ve confirmed your decision to stay at 51福利社, you’ll get an email inviting you to a CAAR Onboarding & Registration Session.

The is where you鈥檒l transition from meeting with Running Start advisors and meet with an undergraduate advisor instead. Your advisor will be specialized in advising you for a specific major or degree focus. For example, if you want to major in computer science, you鈥檒l speak with a CAAR advisor who specializes in working with computer science students and their degree paths. CAAR advisors can also help you if your major is undecided.

Finish what you started! Follow these easy steps to stay at 51福利社 for the rest of your bachelor’s degree and to make sure you’re considered for as many new student scholarships as you qualify for.

Graduating Seniors Leaving 51福利社

If you’re planning to attend a college or university other than 51福利社 after you graduate from high school, you’ll need to order your transcript and get it to the other school(s):

  1. Log into听 using your SSO
  2. Choose 鈥淪tudent鈥�
  3. Choose the 鈥淪tudent Records鈥� dropdown
  4. Choose 鈥淥rder Official Transcript鈥�
  5. Send a digital version of the official transcript to the admissions office of the college where you鈥檙e applying
  6. Complete the full admissions application process at the other school(s)

We'd Love to Hear From You!

Contact us at 509.359.6155 or runningstart@ewu.edu.

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