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Senior Citizens

Connecticut residents 62 and older are invited to take classes on any of our campuses, using tuition waivers to cover the cost of the course. 

Register for Classes

As you move through the process of applying and registering for your first classes as a senior citizen student, use this checklist to ensure you've completed all necessary steps.

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About Tuition Waivers

  • Senior citizen tuition waivers are available only for courses taken during the fall and spring terms.
  • Students must be 62 or older to qualify. 
  • Only credit-bearing courses are eligible for tuition waivers.
  • Both in-person and online courses are eligible for waivers.
  • Students may take multiple courses each semester using the tuition waiver.
  • Classes may be taken for a grade or as an audit.
  • Audit designations are noted in myCTState after the census date (live).
  • Please note that there are restrictions related to the use of senior citizen waivers (Statute C.G.A. 10a-77(d)(3)).

Tuition**, as well as college service, student activity and application fees, will be waived. However, lab and studio fees will not be waived and must be paid at the time of registration.

Registration Details

  • Students must apply and be admitted to the college before registering for courses.
  • Documentation of age must be provided at time of registration.
  • *Senior citizen registration starts the day before classes begin and is determined on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Registration must be done in person at a One Stop Enrollment Center on any CT State campus. Online registration is not available with senior citizen tuition waivers.
  • Be sure to check the course schedule to determine times, meeting places and prerequisite requirements for the course you'd like to register for.
Last updated: November 21, 2025 | 12:51 pm