2019 Jump Start Class

Running Start

Running Start at Northeastern provides an early college opportunity for TRIO eligible students. 

Join us August 9th-12th, 2026 to get a running start on your college experience. 

TRIO Running Start Application

 

Students arrive on campus early, move into the residence halls, earn 1 college credit, orient to campus and the community, and start making life-long memories.

"I liked the environment and knowing that I have a lot of resources to look for when I’m struggling or need help. I also enjoy doing things that I’ve never done before and being able to experience them for the first time." - Running Start Student

A group of TRIO students holding up signs.

Students will: 

  • move to campus early.
  • get to know Northeastern's campus.
  • learn about the community.
  • meet fellow students and make new friends.
  • learn the technology.
  • earn 1 college credit

The opportunity is funded by Northeastern's TRIO grant.

Nolan White
Student Profile
Nolan White

NJC helped me obtain my GED and from there has only pushed me further to continue my education.

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Winston Brower
Student Profile
Winston Brower

Wind and Industrial Technology is a good challenge and there are lots of jobs on the market in this field.

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Sydney Crites
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Sydney Crites

I would have never thought I would be playing volleyball on a nationally ranked team.

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Staff

Eryn Fricks
Transition Specialist
970-521-6727
eryn.fricks@njc.edu
Knowles Hall-207
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Catheryne Trenkle
Director-Academic Support Services
970-521-6619
catheryne.trenkle@njc.edu
Monahan Learning Center- 224
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Cate Trenkle