How to Register and Pay
First, Check Your Status!
Current Tri-C Student?
- Your Tri-C ID (S-number), student email (Sxxxxxxxx@acad.tri-c.edu) and password will be needed to complete your online registration/checkout process.
- Reset your password
- Change your password
- Unsure if your profile is up-to-date or if your S-number is active? Check your status
Been away for more than a year?
- Update your profile here before registering for class.
New to Tri-C/Encore?
- Create a profile here: Choose term Non-Credit July 2026-June 2027 on application and Adult Learning/Encore 55+ Learning
- Set up a password
- Unsure if your profile is up-to-date or if your S-number is active? Check your status
Next, Register!
Choose the registration method that is most convenient for you!
- Registration and payment are required for each program within Encore 55+ Learning.
- A welcome email will be sent within three days of the class start date.
Register Online
- Click a course link to register for a session.
- Add the class to your cart.
- Sign into your account.
- Checkout.
- Process your credit card payment.
- Wait until you see final confirmation screen.
- Your are all set!
How To Register Video
Authentication Sign-in and Set-Up Directions
Register In Person
You may register in person at any Tri-C Admissions and Enrollment Services using a check, money order or cash. Credit cards are not accepted at the registration window.
See the Admissions and Enrollment Services website for locations and hours.
Register via Email
Register via email with the Admissions and Enrollment Services at cpereg@tri-c.edu.
Need Assistance Getting Set Up?
Completing your application:
- Phone: 216-987-6000 (Option 3) - Enrollment Services
- In Person: Visit any Tri-C Enrollment Center
Checking your application status:
- Phone: 216-987-6000 (Option 1) - Registrar's Office
- Verify your student ID status as soon as possible to avoid delays when registration opens
Virtual help is available:
- Start a live chat or ask a question for help with enrollment, registration and connecting to student resources at Tri-C.
Attend Registration Assistance Days
Get in-person help with your application and registration:
- Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Western Campus (Parma)
- Aug. 27 from 9 - 11 a.m.: Brunswick University Center (Brunswick)
- Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Eastern Campus (Highland Hills)