OLLI at Iowa State offers courses in-person, online with Zoom, or as a combination of both in blended or hybrid courses. A variety of course topics range from a single 90-minute class for $25 to a full eight-week course for $80 during three terms each year.

  • Fall, September to October
  • Winter, January to February (online only)
  • Spring, May to June

In addition to courses during the fall and spring sessions, we may also offer local field trips. Whether you are looking for a quick 90-minute class, a full eight-week course, or a field trip, OLLI at Iowa State has something for you. For an example of the types of courses we offer, view the previous Course Preview event recording at the bottom of this page.

We anticipate the fall 2026 catalog will be available online in late July or early August prior to the Course Preview event. Check this webpage regularly for any updates that may become available.

Be sure to join us on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. CT for the Fall 2026 Course Preview online event. A Zoom link will be available on the Events page of this website on the day of the event. You will hear directly from the instructors about the courses they will be offering.

Fall 2026 Registration will open on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026

Once registration opens, the link to register will be available on this page. If you need assistance with the registration process, please contact the ISU Extension Registration Services Team at registrations@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6222.

Not a member but want to receive notifications when our catalogs become available?

Please contact Heather Bristow at hbristow@iastate.edu to be added to the email list.

Online Registration

You must be a current OLLI at Iowa State member to register for courses.

  • If you have issues registering online, please contact the ISU Extension Registration Services Team at registrations@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6222.
  • If you have a gift certificate to redeem,
    contact the OLLI at Iowa State staff
  • Registrations are processed in the order they are received
  • If a course is sold out, please email Heather Bristow to be put on a wait list.

Spring 2026 Courses

Term Schedule

  • Fall, six weeks, from September to October
  • Winter, six weeks, from January to February (online only)
  • Spring, six weeks, from April to May

Cancellation and Refund Policy

OLLI membership dues are non-refundable.

Once registration opens, the link to register will be available on this page. If you need assistance with the registration process, please contact the ISU Extension Registration Services Team at registrations@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6222.

Are you interested in becoming an OLLI at Iowa State instructor?

Contact the OLLI at Iowa State staff for more information, or complete an online course proposal form.

Spring 2026 Course Preview Event

The Spring 2026 Course Preview is available on Zoom.

Questions?

Heather Bristow | Director of Iowa State Retirees & OLLI at Iowa State | (515) 294-5790 | hbristow@iastate.edu