Apply for Running Start

1. Apply online
   1. Select “Running Start”
   2. Program of Study – Choose “Undecided-Academic” or select program of choice if you plan to start a career training or transfer program. Program may be updated.
   3. Application takes 3-5 business days to process. You will receive an email with your student ID #/ctcLink # once your application has been processed.
2. Once you receive your ctcLink ID number:
   1. Activate ctcLink account
   2. Complete the free English Directed Self-Placement assessment online. *This assessment will determine your college-level English readiness, does not impact Running Start eligibility.
      1. A free Math Directed Self-Placement assessment is also available, but not required.
      2. Contact Disability Resource Services if you need English assessment accommodations. 
3. Meet with your High School Counselor to complete the Enrollment Verification Form (EVF)
   • 2026–2027 Enrollment Verification Form
   • Summer ‘26 Enrollment Verification Form
     1. Email completed EVF to cgood@rtc.edu or submit in-person at the Student Success Center (located in Building I)
     2. The Running Start office will process your EVF within 3–5 business days (M-F) and contact you via email with the next steps.

Optional: Complete the FERPA release form and submit to Registration office in-person (Student Success Center) or via email to registration@rtc.edu. FERPA release form must be submitted from email on file in student account. Learn more about FERPA.

Once you’ve signed up for classes, consider these next steps: 

• IEP or 504 Accommodations: Contact Disability Resource Services at RTC to set up accommodations. This does not transfer from high school automatically.
• Pay class fees before quarter starts, if applicable. Fee waiver available to those who qualify. Review cost details and waiver options. 
• Sign up for New Student Orientation.