Welcome to Encore 55+ Learning
For 50 years, Encore 55+ Learning has been a premier provider of education to individuals 55 and older, offering opportunities to expand their horizons, engage with ideas, and exercise their minds. The instructors are experts who want to share their passions. No homework and tests required — just education, fun, courses, tours and socializing!
Explore Encore Learning
Four learning options are available during fall (September), winter (January) and spring (March):
- Encore Campus Fridays: At Eastern Campus, Western Campus and Brunswick University Center
- Encore On-the-Go: Learn from your home via Webex
- Neighborhood Scholars: Bringing Greater Cleveland to you through community partners
- Campus Days: This spring, enjoy 90-minute classes at Westshore
Fall 2026 Session Details
- View the Fall 2026 Sneak Peeks:
- Catalogs mailed in early August
- Registration opens mid-August
Getting Started
Spring Sessions Still Available!
Interested in taking credit classes for free?
Tri-C offers Program 60 to Ohio residents aged 60 and older, which allows them to register for regularly scheduled credit (and a limited number of noncredit) classes on an audit, tuition- and fee-free, space-available basis.
Note: Program 60 does not cover the cost of textbooks or other course materials or the cost of Encore 55+ Learning.