iSTART
Get ready for Fall term by taking part in iSTART
iSTART is a program that helps you get prepared for starting college. It is open to graduating or recently graduated high school students. You will get assistance with enrolling at Chemeketa and meet new students like yourself. The program is free.
Requirements for participation
- Be a high school graduate or have your GED
- Intend to enroll at Chemeketa full-time in fall 2023
- Apply for admission
Benefits of attending iSTART
- Preparing for college success
- Assistance with admissions
- Placement assessment
- Advising & registration
- Paying for college
- Meeting staff and faculty
- Make new friends
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What have students said about iSTART?
“I found my time here to be very productive and met some new kids that feel the same way about college as I do.”
“I think this program is an amazing thing for kids who have no clue what they’re doing when it comes to college (like me)”
“I found this week very resourceful and it has made me less afraid of my transition from high school to college; especially since I am a first generation.”
“Chemeketa iSTART helped me feel more prepared to start college in the fall Because I feel less stressed now that I am familiar!”
“I made a lot of connections with staff throughout my orientation. This has helped me feel more comfortable at Chemeketa and has encouraged me to ask for help from them when needed.”
“I'm usually a more shy person but i feel like it was easy to open up here.”
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2023 iSTART Dates - Registration is Open
Salem Campus
- July 11-13, 9 am-Noon, Session Full
- July 11-13, 1:30-4:30 pm, Register Now
- July 25-27, 9 am-Noon, Register Now
- July 25-27, 1:30-4:30 pm, Register Now
- Aug. 8-10, 9 am-3 pm, Register Now (For students interested in exploring STEM fields)
- Aug. 8-10, 1:30-4:30 pm, Register Now
- Aug. 22-24, 9 am-Noon, Register Now
- Aug. 22-24, 1:30-4:30 pm, Register Now
- Aug. 29-31, 9 am-Noon (adult learners), Registration coming soon
- Aug. 29-31, 9 am-Noon (adult learners), Registration coming soon
Yamhill Valley Campus
- July 11-13, 10 am-1 pm, Register Now
Woodburn Center
- July 11-13, 9 am-Noon, Register Now
- Aug. 1-3, 1:30-4:30 pm, Register Now