Seasoned Adults Growing Educationally (SAGE) is a tuition-free program for senior adults aged 60 and older.

Program Overview

SAGE offers engaging courses at various locations throughout Prince George’s County and online via Zoom. This affordable program helps seniors stay active without high costs. Maryland residents aged 60 and older pay only a $40 registration fee per class.

Note: Registration fees do not cover lab, computer, or supply costs.

SAGE Schedule: Fall 2024

(for Maryland residents age 60 and older)

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Tuition for Maryland Residents Age 60 and Older

Did you know that Maryland residents who are age 60 or older are exempt from paying tuition for regular classes at PGCC?

For credit courses, Maryland residents who are age 60 or older at the start of the semester are exempt from paying tuition and instructional fees. These students must pay:

  • Application for admissions (one-time fee of $25)
  • Registration ($25 per semester)
  • Special fees (e.g., music fees)
  • Cost of any required textbooks

For continuing education courses listed in the Continuing Education Schedule of Classes with an *, Maryland residents who are age 60 or older at the start of the semester are exempt from paying tuition. These students must pay

  • Registration ($40 per class)
  • Special fees (e.g., music fees)
  • Cost of any required textbook or materials

Courses include, but are not limited to the following topics:

Art

Watercolor, oil, and acrylic painting. Also, Drawing, studio fine arts, ceramics, pottery, stained glass, and art history and appreciation.

 

Computers

Introduction to Computers, Intermediate Computer Skills, Microsoft Office Suite. Also, Internet introduction, navigation, and research.

Financial Issues

Financial and estate planning.

 

Healthy Living

General aerobic fitness, arthritis exercise, strength training, weight training, dance, Pilates, Tai chi, yoga, and balance and chronic disease self-management.

History

American, environmental, local and world history. Also, European culture, and historical perspectives through films and literature.

Languages

French, German, Italian, Spanish, and American Sign Language.

 

Literature

From the classics at large to the analysis of a specific genre or author.

Music

Opera, pop, piano, and music history.

 

Writing

Creative, poetry, and autobiographical.