With school starting and routines changing with the season, maybe it’s time for you to give yourself the gift of learning something new. Did you know that many Arkansas schools of higher learning offer in-person and online classes on just about any topic you could imagine? 

Take a few minutes to scan our listing of a few of the many locations around the state that are available for adult learning—but don’t let your kids know that for the non-credit options mentioned here, there’s no studying, test taking or term paper writing— just the satisfaction of learning something new. 

Please note: it’s important to check in with the in-person classes included in our sampling of options below, as COVID-19 conditions may affect some schedules. 

In-Person Courses

University of Arkansas Community College, Batesville

Explore the many options for classes featured here, which can be filtered by 18 different categories. From gardening to first aid, CPR, languages, dancing, and much more, there is something for everyone. 

2005 White Drive
Batesville, Arkansas 72501 
(870) 612-2082

South Arkansas Community College

Some classes may be presented at the Warren, Arkansas campus. Visit the SouthArk website for updates on in-person classes for budgeting personal finances, Spanish language, maximizing the value of shopping coupons and more.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

These programs allow convenient access to a broad selection of noncredit courses as you learn and build new skills.

2801 S. University Avenue
Fine Arts Building Suite 210
Little Rock, Arkansas 72204
(501) 916-6689

Online Courses 

Southern Arkansas University

Choose between in-person classes (check class schedule) or online classes to maximize your learning experience whenever it’s convenient for you. 

100 E. University
Magnolia, Arkansas 71753
(870) 235-4000

University of Arkansas

UA’s department heads and industry experts collaborate to provide the highest quality of non-credit courses and programs taught by experienced instructors and experts in their fields. Included are classes in the areas of agriculture, business, career prep, construction, computer apps, education, engineering, healthcare, language, music, personal growth, skilled trades, social work, technology, and more.

1125 W. Maple Street 
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
(479) 575-2000

University of Central Arkansas

UCA offers a wide variety of online community outreach classes that includes something for everyone. Browse through the “All Classes” link to check all the categories, or narrow your search to specifics such as creative outlets, culinary, health and fitness, lifestyle and leisure, community education and many more, to find what interests you the most. 

201 Donaghey Avenue 
Conway, Arkansas 72035
(501) 450-3118

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