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Welcome to Encore 55+ Learning at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®)

For more than 45 years, Tri-C has been a premier provider of education to individuals 55 and older with a unique learning experience — no homework, no tests, no books. What more could you ask for?

Encore 55+ Learning has three ways to learn:

  • Encore Campus Fridays: Experience Encore at the Eastern and Western campuses for seven weeks from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Encore On-the-Go: Learn from your home via Webex at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for seven weeks.
  • Neighborhood Scholars: This program brings Greater Cleveland to you through community partners.

View the options below by expanding each section to learn more and register. 

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A Sneak Peek at Fall 2023

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Choose from a variety of in-person courses offered at the Eastern and Western campuses.

  • Eastern Campus: 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills
  • Western Campus: 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma

New to Campus Fridays? Watch this 23-minute informational video.

Encore Campus Fridays: Fall 2023
Fridays from Sept. 22 – Nov. 3

Location
Eastern Campus
4250 Richmond Road
Highland Hills, OH 44122

Western Campus
11000 Pleasant Valley Road
Parma, OH 44130

Session Length: Seven weeks
50-minute classes offered Fridays | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Cost: $99 for up to six courses (or $30 per course)

Registration: August 2023

Choose from a variety of virtual courses offered via Webex.

  • On-the-Go: Fall 2023 Offerings Coming Soon

New to On-the-Go? Sign up for Coming Soon updates or watch this 8-minute overview video.

Encore On-the-Go: Fall 2023
Fridays from Sept. 22 – Nov. 3

Location
Virtual via Webex meetings

Session Length: Seven weeks
50-minute classes offered Fridays | 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m.

Cost: $30 per course

Registration: August 2023

In cooperation with community partners, Encore presents opportunities for personal enrichment at locations throughout Greater Cleveland. Virtual classes are also available.

  • Neighborhood Scholars Class Offerings
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    • Note: Program 60 does not qualify for Encore 55+ Learning.
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