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WHAT IS THE SENIOR SCHOLARS PROGRAM?
Senior Scholars is a unique program offered at Ivy Tech that enables Indiana residents aged 60 and older to take credit courses at Ivy Tech tuition-free. You heard right—if you meet the requirements outlined below, you get free tuition at Ivy Tech! Whether you'd like to earn an associate degree or take a few classes to stay active or learn something new, Ivy Tech can be a great choice for seniors.
Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for this program a person must meet the following requirements:
- Be an Indiana resident
- Be 60 years of age or older at the start of a semester
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Be retired from your primary vocation (does not apply to homemakers)
- May not be employed on a full-time basis
What's Included
- Senior Scholars covers tuition for credit courses. Non-credit courses are not included in the Senior Scholars program.
- Students are responsible for books and any associated fees.
NEVER STOP LEARNING
Join other seniors who are taking classes at Ivy Tech Community College campuses all around Indiana. Our 70+ academic programs and hundreds classes range from art to accounting to anatomy. Find a program that interests you!
Or search courses by term, campus, and class type to find the courses that best fit your life. You can also view course descriptions and prerequisites in our course catalog.
HOW TO GET STARTED
- Complete the Ivy Tech Community College application that applies to you. How to apply
- Submit test scores or prior transcripts to be evaluated for course placement. Or, complete the Ivy Tech Knowledge Assessment placement test. Learn about assessment for course placement
- If taking a class for personal interest, meet with an academic advisor. If seeking an Ivy Tech Community College certificate or degree, get started on the preparation steps for new students. See the new student checklist
Find Local Admissions Contact Info
Don't see a nearby location? Call 1-888-489-5463 and we'll get you started.
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-934-3954
R11express@ivytech.edu
Batesville Admission Office
1 Ivy Tech Drive
Batesville, IN 47006
Fax: 812-934-4590
Visit our office by appointment
Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Fridays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
812-330-6013
bl-info@ivytech.edu
Bloomington Admissions
200 Daniels Way
Bloomington, IN 47404
Virtual Meetings Available by Appointment
Call 812-330-6013
Meet the Bloomington Admissions Team→
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Columbus Admissions Office
4475 Central Avenue
Columbus, IN 47203
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
lakecounty-admissions@ivytech.edu
Lake County at Crown Point Admissions
9900 Connecticut Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
219-392-3600
lakecounty-admissions@ivytech.edu
Lake County at East Chicago Admissions
410 East Columbus Drive
East Chicago, IN 46312
2024-2025 Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. during the following dates:
August 10
August 17
December 7
March 15
574-830-0375, ext. 5303
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu
Elkhart Admissions Office
22531 County Road 18
Goshen, IN 46528
Jed Duvick - Assistant Director of Enrollment
574-289-7001 ext. 5379
Kate Batie- South Bend Recruiter
574-289-7001 ext.6858
Enrollment Services/Student Affairs Hours: Effective January 2024:
Mondays and Tuesdays: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursdays: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
First week of classes in January and August: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
812-429-1435
evansville-admissions@ivytech.edu
Evansville Admissions Office
3501 N First Avenue
Evansville, IN 47710
Fax: 812-429-9878
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
260-480-4268
fortwayne-sasupport@ivytech.edu
Fort Wayne Admissions Office
3701 Dean Drive, Student Life Center, Room SL 101
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
317-916-6301
AskFranklin@ivytech.edu
Franklin Admissions Office
2205 McClain Drive
Franklin, IN 46131
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
219-392-3600
lakecounty-admissions@ivytech.edu
Lake County at Arts & Science Building Admissions
3491 Broadway
Gary, IN 46409
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
765-653-7410
mfrank35@ivytech.edu
Greencastle Admissions
915 S Zinc Mill Road
Greencastle, IN 46135
Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →
Monday–Friday, by Appointment Only
Hamilton County Admissions Office
300 N. 17th Street
Noblesville, IN 46060
Zoom Video Call
Email askhamiltoncounty@ivytech.edu to schedule.
Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Indianapolis Admissions Office
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment
765-459-0561
kokomo-enrollment@ivytech.edu
Kokomo Admissions Office
1815 E Morgan Street
Kokomo, IN 46901
Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-269-5200
lafayette-admissions@ivytech.edu
Lafayette Admissions Office
3101 S Creasy Lane Ivy Hall 1233
Lafayette, IN 47905
Lake County has 3 full-service locations. Select a location below to see contact information for their Admissions department.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
Lawrence Admissions Office
9301 East 59th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46216
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-537-4010 ext. 5305
R11express@ivytech.edu
Lawrenceburg Admissions Office
50 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Fax: 812-537-0993
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment
765-459-0561
kokomo-enrollment@ivytech.edu
Logansport Admissions Office
1 Ivy Tech Way
Logansport, IN 46947
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8 a.m to 4:30 p.m. ET
812-265-2580, ext. 4121
etingle2@ivytech.edu
Madison Admissions Office
590 Ivy Tech Drive
Madison, IN 47250
Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
765-651-3100, ext. 3418
marion-admissions@ivytech.edu
Marion Admissions Office
261 Commerce Drive
Marion, IN 46953
Zoom Video Call
Call 765-651-3100, ext. 3418 to schedule an appointment.
K–14 Initiatives
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
765-651-3100, ext. 3418
shancock1@ivytech.edu
Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-289-2291, ext. 1233
askmuncie@ivytech.edu
Muncie Admissions Office
125 S High Street, Ball Building, 2nd Floor
Muncie, IN 47305
Fax: 765-282-2414
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-599-2613, ext 4026
askmuncie@ivytech.edu
New Castle Admissions Office
3325 IN-3
New Castle, IN 47362
Fax: 765-282-2414
Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
765-966-2656, ext. 1202
richmondenrollment@ivytech.edu
Richmond Admissions Office
2357 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN 47374
Zoom Video Call
Call 765-966-2656, ext. 1202 to schedule an appointment.
Fax: 765-962-3775
Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
812-246-3301, ext. 4504
sellersburg-admissions@ivytech.edu
Sellersburg Admissions Office
8204 Highway 311, Pfau Hall, Room A2
Sellersburg, IN 47172
2024-2025 Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. during the following dates:
December 7
March 15
574-289-7001, ext 6858
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu
South Bend Admissions Office
220 Dean Johnson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601
Jed Duvick- Assist Director of Enrollment
574-289-7001 ext. 5379
Enidza Deynes-Wallace - Elkhart Recruiter
574-830-0375 ext. 5303
Tell City Career and Technology Center
1034 31st Street
Tell City, IN 47586
Fax: 812-547-7916
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
812-298-2280
acox87@ivytech.edu
Terre Haute Admissions
8000 S Education Drive
Terre Haute, IN 47802
Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →
Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
574-316-4325
jlackey20@ivytech.edu
Warsaw Admissions Office
2545 Silveus Crossing
Warsaw, IN 46582