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Learn for the Joy of Learning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 91ԭƬ, learning doesn\u2019t end with retirement\u2014it evolves. The Lifelong Learning Program<\/strong> provides our community members age 65 and older the opportunity to continue exploring new ideas, gaining knowledge, and engaging with the community through college courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whether you have always wanted to study history, psychology, literature, business, science,<\/strong> or another subject of interest, we invite you to join the classroom in a welcoming environment designed to encourage curiosity and personal enrichment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through Missouri’s Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver, eligible participants may audit select college credit courses tuition-free on a space-available basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s an opportunity to expand your horizons, pursue a lifelong passion, or simply enjoy the experience of learning alongside students of all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Program Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Continue Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore subjects that interest you without the pressure of grades or earning a certificate or degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay Engaged<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Connect with faculty, students, and fellow lifelong learners while remaining active in your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover New Interests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take courses in areas you’ve always wanted to explore or revisit topics you enjoyed in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuition-Free Opportunity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eligible participants may attend classes without paying tuition through the Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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To participate in the 91ԭƬ Lifelong Learning Program, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n