University of Arkansas Waives Senior Citizen Tuition

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas residents who are 60 years of age or older are encouraged to enroll in credit courses at the University of Arkansas, tuition free, on a space-available basis. College courses engage older learners in challenging and intellectually stimulating programs, and senior Razorbacks lend wisdom and experience to traditional students in an academic environment.

The coordinator of senior citizen admissions for the University of Arkansas, Julie Crawford, has nearly 25 years of experience in enrollment services with the university and enjoys assisting seniors in the admission process.

“I have found that senior citizen applicants want to stay active and continue to learn,” said Julie Crawford. “Some take classes to complete a degree, while others take classes in areas that interest them. Senior citizens desiring to take classes at the University of Arkansas can apply online or they may come to the admissions office and we will assist them in completing the application.”

“Senior citizens are a valued part of the campus community,” said Suzanne McCray, vice provost for enrollment services. “Since beginning her role as coordinator of senior citizen admissions, Julie Crawford along with the able help of others in admissions, have nearly tripled the program. We very much want that trend to continue, making higher education as accessible to senior citizens as possible.”

Senior citizens wishing to enroll in a spring program should apply as soon as possible to ensure admission before the Jan. 13 registration period. In addition to completing the application for admission, participating senior citizens are asked to provide age verification by completing the Senior Citizen Tuition Fee Waiver form.

For more details about becoming a senior Razorback, call the office of admissions at 1-800-377-8632.