Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Temple University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) provides daytime educational opportunities for active adult learners age 50 and older. OLLI offers courses without traditional academic requirements such as tests or grades, allowing members to explore subjects, learn from instructors and connect with other lifelong learners.

OLLI is offered as one program at two Temple University locations: OLLI at Center City and OLLI at Ambler.

What Is OLLI?

OLLI is designed for adults age 50 and older who enjoy learning for the sake of learning.

Courses are offered during the day and are designed to encourage exploration, discussion and intellectual engagement without the pressure of traditional academic requirements.

What Can I Learn?

OLLI course topics vary by semester and may include:

  • History
  • Arts and literature
  • Current events
  • Languages
  • Technology
  • Other topics of interest to lifelong learners 

OLLI at Ambler and OLLI at Center City

OLLI is available at two Temple University locations.

OLLI at Ambler provides lifelong learning opportunities at Temple University Ambler.

OLLI at Center City provides lifelong learning opportunities at Temple University Center City.

The two locations are part of one OLLI program.

Membership and Registration

OLLI members can enroll in courses and participate in lifelong learning opportunities through Temple University's Office of Non-Credit and Continuing Education.

Questions About OLLI?

For questions about OLLI membership, registration or programming, contact Temple University's Office of Non-Credit and Continuing Education.

Email: ncce@temple.edu
Phone: 267-468-8500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute?

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Temple University is a lifelong learning program for adults age 50 and older who want to take daytime educational courses without traditional academic requirements such as grades or tests.

Who can participate in OLLI?

OLLI is designed for active adult learners age 50 and older.

Does OLLI offer classes during the day?

Yes. OLLI courses are designed for daytime learning.

What subjects are offered through OLLI?

Course topics vary each semester and can include history, arts and literature, current events, languages and technology.

Are OLLI courses graded?

No. OLLI courses are designed around the joy of learning and do not have traditional academic requirements such as tests or grades.

Where is OLLI offered?

Temple University's OLLI program is offered at two locations: OLLI at Ambler and OLLI at Center City.