Senior Institute
The Senior Institute at FVCC is for community members 65+ and occurs annually in February and March. The Senior Institute is a vibrant community of older adults who are excited to learn, build relationships, and explore new ideas.
From long-time returning students to those new to FVCC, the Senior Institute is a welcoming community for anyone who is interested in learning new skills and growing their social network. Join us in the upcoming Senior Institute to see what the excitement is about!
Save the Dates: 2023 Senior Institute is February 17 thru March 24. Details and paper registration will be mailed out early January.
Senior Citizen Discount for FVCC Credit Courses
A senior citizen discount is available to adults 65 years of age and older who register for credit courses during or after the scheduled senior citizen registration or after general registration.
If it's been over two years since you've attended FVCC for credit courses, you will need to submit an application for admission prior to registration.
Senior Institute 2024
Fridays, February 16 - March 22
Classes 1-3:05pm
Lunch program 11:45am-12:45pm
Enrollment is limited - Registration begins February 1 by email, mail or in-person on campus.
If you are new to FVCC or have not enrolled in a credit course in the past two years, a non-degree application for admission is required in addition to the Registration Form.
Course Offering
| Class | Course # | Instructor | Total Tuition |
| Art Sampler for Seniors | SR_83.2_01 | Jill Kanewischer | $114* |
| Birds of Northwest Montana for Seniors | SR_82.1_01 | Denny Olson | $114* |
| Ceramics for Seniors | SR_89.5_01 | Larry Phan | $114* |
| Creative Writing for Seniors | SR_87_01 | Kathy Dunnehoff | $99* |
| Early Travelers to Regions of Yellowstone, Glacier, and Canada's Mountain National Parks | SR_89.3_01 | Sharon Randolph | $99* |
| Geology of Flathead for Seniors | SR_81_01 | Dr. Anita Ho | $114* |
| History and Culture of Ireland | SR_80.6_01 | Dr. Jon Hatch | $99* |
| How to Listen to Great Music | SR_89.10_01 | Dr. Maxine Ramey | $99* |
| Introduction to Oil Painting for Seniors | SR_83_01 | Jennifer Li | $114* |
| Sectionalism and the Civil War: Lincoln's Dilemma | SR_80.4_02 | Bruce Guthrie | $99* |
| Tech Savvy Seniors | SR_86.5_01 | Amelia Ward | $99* |
| Topics in Natural Resources | SR_89.11_01 | Dr. Christine Relyea Tim Eichner | $99* |
| Watercolors for Seniors | SR_83.1_01 | Karen Leigh | $114* |
*Prices shown are for in-district residents of Flathead and Lincoln counties. For out-of-district senior Montana residents, tuition and fees are either $288.20 or $303.20 depending on course chosen. For those who have not lived in Montana for at least 12 months, tuition and fees are either $499.70 or $514.70. Scholarships are available. Contact seniorinstitute@fvcc.edu for more information.
Join the Senior Institute Mailing List
Connect with us at seniorinstitute@fvcc.edu or 406.756.3832 for more information.