In addition to earning academic credit through the School of Continuing & Professional Studies, there are opportunities for personal enrichment and professional development through a number of noncredit options. For more information, please call 314-935-6700 or visit the School of Continuing & Professional Studies website.

Special Audit Program

Students may audit a wide selection of undergraduate courses in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies for $400 per course. The Special Audit option makes it easier than ever for students to challenge themselves with high-quality, continuing education at Washington University in St. Louis.

All School of Continuing & Professional Studies courses available through the Special Audit program are noted with an “SA” icon in the course listings. Courses taken as Special Audit do not appear on a Washington University transcript, do not carry academic credit, and do not apply to degree requirements in a School of Continuing & Professional Studies program of study.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Washington University in St. Louis provides learning opportunities designed for adults age 50+. 

OLLI classes are not for credit; there are no exams and no grades. Participants do not need to have a previous relationship with Washington University to join. Course topics include art and architecture, contemporary issues, creative writing, history, literature, math/science/technology, music and philosophy. Most courses meet two hours per week for either four or eight weeks; course content is designed and delivered by OLLI members on a volunteer basis. Approximately 20 standalone lectures and social events are offered to OLLI members each year at no additional charge.

For more information, visit the OLLI website, call us at 314-935-7000, or email osher@wustl.edu.

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