about Pierian Spring Academy
Who are we?...
Pierian Spring Academy (PSA) is a high-quality, low-cost, college level academic continuing education program for persons of all ages but especially retirees and semi-retirees, regardless of educational background. We have only one requirement: a willingness to learn and to enjoy the intellectual refreshment of unique, stimulating content and discussions. Winter residents are welcome.What are the classes like?...
In the friendly, interactive atmosphere of small classes, participants discuss the subject matter under the leadership of highly qualified experts. There are no tests or grades. You get as much out of the college-level, non-credit courses as you desire. We use student discussion, guided by a skilled leader to enrich and enlighten. Course suggested readings provide an opportunity to study content in greater depth.Why Pierian Spring?...
PSA believes that to remain mentally youthful, "staying alive intellectually" is the prescription of choice for all adults. Learning the PSA way is a stimulating and friendly experience to share with your classmates. PSA seminars are designed to be far more energizing than if you passively sat through a lecture. Our faculty will encourage each of you, according to your personal level, to get the most out of the course. We are also proud that so many persons have expanded their social circle as a result of becoming members of the PSA student body.Where are we?...
PSA courses are held in classrooms at two locations: G.WIZ Hands on Science Museum, 1001 Boulevard of the Arts and at Argosy University, 5250 17th Street at N. Honore Avenue, Sarasota, Florida. The distance between these two venues if 6 miles or 15 minutes in driving time. The locations provide suitable classrooms, pleasant surrounding, ample free parking and are handicap accessible. When do we meet?...
The 2007 Fall Session begins October 2 and ends October 25. The 2008 Winter Session begins Monday, January 7 and ends Friday, March 28. The fall courses meet for four weeks and the winter courses vary in length of 6, 8, 10 and 12 weeks. Classes meet for two hours, once a week between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
How much do the classes cost? ...
Tuition rates vary with the length of the course and breakdown as follows: 4 weeks ($50), 6 weeks ($65), 8 weeks ($110), and 12 weeks ($130). PSA is a nonprofit, volunteer managed organization committed to keeping costs at a minimum and at the same time remunerating our faculty. Scholarship aid is available. What is the class size? ...
Class size ranges from 3 to 20 students with an average class size of 10 to 12. The maximum class size is 25 students. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Early registration is encouraged.What is the registration procedure?...
The 2007-2008 registration form is available as a PDF by clicking here, and must be completed and mailed with a check payable to Pierian Spring Academy, Box 1222, Sarasota, FL 34230. You may complete the registration form on-line and mail your check within one week thereafter. All registrations will be confirmed by mail. No cash or credit cards accepted.
Enquiries please call: 941-716-2471 or e-mail: info@pierianspringacademy.org