If you are one of those people who never tires of learning something new, or regret that you didn’t have time in college to take all the classes you were interested in, it’s not too late. Many colleges offer free or reduced tuition to seniors 60 or older. Some restrictions may apply and not all schools participate, so you need to check with the individual college.
If you don’t want the hassle of worrying about grades, you can choose to audit the class. You may find that this allows you to relax and enjoy learning, unlike when you were younger. On the other hand, if you are looking to stay in the job market and update your skills, or change professions, you may wish to receive credit.
Other colleges offer lecture series for senior citizens on different subjects. These are not usually free, but provide an opportunity to learn something new and interact with other like-minded adults.
They say that if you don’t use it, you lose it, so returning to school is a way to keep your mind sharp. And you may find that you enjoy being around the younger generation, with their enthusiasm and fresh ideas.
Good point. My dad has been taking Spanish classes at the community college lately for free.