York County Senior College

Are you of retirement age and looking for your next challenge? York County Senior College of the University College at Saco and Sanford is designed just with you in mind. Our program can help you embark on a thought-provoking journey to enhance your leisure time. The Senior College's mission is to provide a curriculum of intellectually stimulating learning opportunities and special activities for persons 55 years of age or older.

History

In 1996, a Senior College program was established at the University of Southern Maine in Portland. In 1999, the program was expanded to York County through the University College at Saco and Sanford. The York County Senior College is governed by a volunteer committee who oversees the general operations of the College.

Membership

Annual membership of $25 per year (from July 1 to June 30) includes access to all Senior College courses, newsletters, and social activities. There is a cost for $25 for each course which includes the cost of the textbook.

Educational field trips and social events are scheduled throughout the year.

Location

York County Senior College's classes are offered at University College locations in Saco and Sanford.

Saco

The University College at Saco is located at Saco Island on York Hill in Saco in a converted mill complex in Saco, Maine.

Sanford

The University College at Sanford is located in the Anderson Learning Center on the former campus of Nasson College in Springvale, Maine.

Courses

The majority of Senior College courses are taught by volunteer senior peer-teachers on subjects of interest to the members. Classes are held during two sessions each year and generally run for eight weeks unless otherwise stated. No tests are given and no grades are assigned. Scholarships are available for anyone who may have difficulty covering the cost of the course.

For More Information

University College at Saco
Saco Island
Saco, ME 04072

Online: www.maine.edu/saco

University College at Sanford
21 Bradeen Street, Suite 201
Springvale, ME 04083

Online: www.maine.edu/sanford

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