- Welcome
- How do I register?
- How much does it cost to take a class?
- What if I have to drop out of a class?
- May I take a class more than once?
- Can I earn college credit for taking a class through the Center for Lifelong Learning?
- Contact Information
Welcome
The Center for Lifelong learning supports the community by providing non-credit learning opportunities for community members of all ages. Our staff and instructors are committed to the view that learning is a lifelong process.The Center offers the following opportunities for people of all interests:
- Academy of the Arts – Offers private and class instruction in the performing arts, teaching students and adults of all ages and skill levels.
- Personal Enrichment – Learn foreign languages (Vietnamese, German, Spanish, French), digital photography, commercial roofing, floor tiling, and more!
- Professional Development for Teachers – Earn professional development credits for training in technology, parental involvement, and other fields.
- Lifelong Learning Institute – Offers learning opportunities for citizens to participate in classes and travel. Seniors may qualify for free admission to all home sporting events and student productions. The Institute is also offering eight personal enrichment courses this spring.
- Travel and Tours – From local leisure travel to trips to New York and Britain, our Travel and Tours program offers incredible experiences.
- Scholar Series – University professors share their research interests in such varied fields as history, humor, math, science, and sociology.
- Bridging Generations – Grandparents and parents may attend a summer camp with grandchildren and children! Bridging Generations is designed for adults and youths to spend time together while attending classes and sharing hands-on learning activities.
Join us on a journey of education that extends beyond the classroom.
How do I register?
If you have a credit card, you may register by telephone. If not, you may request a registration form or print one from our Website and fax or mail the completed form with your payment. If you prefer, you may visit the Center for Lifelong Learning Office in person to register. Students must make their payments at the time of registration. All Lifelong Learning classes require registration in advance due to space limitations. If enrollment is not sufficient, UA Fort Smith will cancel the class at the registration deadline and the college will reimburse students for their registration fees.If you have questions about registration, please call the Center at (479) 788-7212.
- Telephone (credit card payments only)
- Complete the non-credit registration form.
- Have all information on hand and call 479-788-7212.
- FAX (credit card payments only)
- Complete the non-credit registration form.
- Fax the form to 479-788-7780.
- Mail
- Complete the non-credit registration form
- Mail (please do not send cash) with payment to:
- Center for Lifelong Learning REGISTRATIONS
- University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
- P.O. Box 3649
- Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649
- Center for Lifelong Learning REGISTRATIONS
- Pay on Campus
- Complete the non-credit registration form
- Bring the completed form and method of payment to the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center Cashier's Office (located on the second floor)
- Third Party Billing
- If your employer agrees to pay your tuition, you may use the third-party billing option.
- When using this option, please use the telephone method of registration by calling 479-788-7212.

