Senior Scholars

Free Tuition for Eligible Indiana Residents Age 60 & Older!

If you are a retired Hoosier age 60 or older, you may qualify for free tuition through the Senior Scholars program. Ivy Tech is waiving tuition for eligible seniors, for a savings of over $250 per three-credit course.

To qualify, you must be:

• An Indiana resident
• At least 60 years of age
• A high school graduate or GED recipient
• Retired from your primary vocation
• Not employed full time

The Senior Scholars initiative covers Ivy Tech's full array of credit programs. Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana - Richmond offers a wide variety of courses and programs in the areas of Business, Health & Human Services, Public Services, Technology, and General Education.

You can also take e-Learning courses through the Senior Scholars program.

The tuition waiver applies only to credit courses. Non-credit courses, continuing education, and courses offered by the College’s Corporate and Community Services Division are not part of the program. Classes must be taken for a letter grade, and auditing is not permitted.

In addition, some courses require a prerequisite, and certain courses may only be taken by students enrolled in specific degree programs. Some classes may require that you complete a basic skills assessment.

While tuition is free, Senior Scholars are responsible to purchase books and supplies, and will be responsible for a $35 per semester technology fee.

Enrolling is simple. You need to complete a certificate affirming that you qualify for the program, fill out appropriate course reservation forms, and if necessary, take the basic skills assessment. For more information, contact the Ivy Tech Admissions Office.

For more information, contact Linda Przybysz at 1-800-659-4562 x 1214 or 765-966-2656 x 1214 (if outside of Indiana).