Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have to be a WVU retiree or alum to participate in OLLI at WVU?

Do you have to be at least 50 years old to participate in OLLI at WVU activities?

Do you have to be a member of OLLI at WVU to take classes?

As a membership organization, one must be a paid member to participate in most OLLI programming offerings. Memberships run July 1 through June 30 each year.
OLLI offers a few community events each term that are open to the public. Some are free, others have participation fees. You can find community events at https://olliatwvu.org/about-us/community-events/
If you’ve never taken a class with OLLI at WVU and would like to try us out before committing, you may inquire about attending a single session of a multi-session class for free. Contact the OLLI office at 304-293-1793 to receive a guest pass.

What is the cost to participate?

An annual OLLI membership is $30.
Term enrollment, payable for each term during which a member chooses to take classes, is $40 for unlimited classes.
Other fees may be required for individual classes and events.

Why the $30 membership fee?

As part of the nationwide Osher Lifelong Learning Institute network, OLLI at WVU is required to charge a membership fee. In addition to helping offset OLLI’s operating costs, the fee allows members to participate in a variety of shared interest groups and special member events each term and provides technology assistance through Ask-a-Geek. Other benefits of OLLI membership include a voice in program governance, discounts on field trips, and an engaging community of enthusiastic lifelong learners.

Where are classes held?

Most in-person classes in Morgantown are held at the Mountaineer Mall at 5000 Green Bag Road. In-person classes in Charleston are held in a variety of locations throughout the community. Other classes are held on Zoom.

I’m curious about teaching a class. What do I need to know or do?

Wonderful! You can find information about teaching for OLLI at WVU at https://olliatwvu.org/teach-for-olli/ or by contacting the OLLI office at 304-293-1793.

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