Senior Citizen Audit

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Wisconsin residents who are 60 or older (as of the first day of class) are eligible to audit a class free of tuition. 

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“I enjoyed everything about my Art History class. My professor, Laurentia McIntosh, made the art world come alive. The value of auditing a class is that I was in a class I wanted to take, there was no pressure to take tests or write papers and I could just enjoy learning about art. Being with the young students gave me a new look at life on campus. It has been exactly 50 years since I was a freshman in college. I will be taking more classes and encouraging my friends to join me in this adventure. I am delighted that the university reaches out to seniors to enrich our lives with this program.”

~Sandee

General Information

Seniors that would like to audit a class pay only for textbooks and special course fees. 

For Textbooks costs, Special course fees and more information on fees, go to the Student Business Services website

To Qualify for Senior Citizen Audit
  • Must be 60 or older by the start date of class
  • Must be a Wisconsin resident
  • Must be a non degree-seeking (undergrad special) student
Please Note...
  • All credits taken must be for audit
  • International study and customized instruction are not included
  • Instructor must give approval. (Approvals will only be given if there are vacancies in the class. Degree-seeking students have priority.)
How to Apply
  • If you have questions about the application process, call Bridgette (715) 232-5513 or Breanna (715) 232-2485, email (outreachreg@uwstout.edu) or stop by the Registration and Records Office (109 Bowman Hall). 
  • Complete and submit the application form online.  You can expect further enrollment information via email within 3 business days of submission.
  • Go online and complete the Student Account Contract (instructions will also be included with the email sent to you).  If you have difficulty completing the Student Account Contract online, please contact the Student Business Services office for assistance at 715-232-1656 or stop by their office on the first floor of the Administration building, room 125 on campus and they can assist you with this form.  
  • Pay any fees that may apply online or at the Student Business Services Office (125 Administration Building) within two weeks of the start of the term.