Membership

All three membership types include the following benefits:
- Access to Friday "value-added" programming
- Take part in any of the Osher Clubs
- Joint membership in the Columbia Parks and Rec 50+ program
Premium Membership
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Your best value – less expensive than paying a la carte for one class per semester!
- Enroll in unlimited Osher classes, as space allows
- Membership lasts the entire academic year (August to July)
- Gain MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS (above) for the entire academic year
- Gain Premium-only perks!
- Bring a guest along to the Friday Brown Bag sessions
- Request an MU Libraries card for the entire academic year
- Become eligible to serve on the Osher Advisory Council
Cost: The fees depend on which semester you join as a Premium member, as follows:
- In fall, you gain access to unlimited classes for four full semesters. Fee: $260*
- In winter, you'll have unlimited classes for three full semesters. Fee: $220*
- In spring, the membership lasts for two full semesters. Fee: $160*
- In summer, take unlimited classes for summer semester only. Fee: $120
*Premium members are required to pay a $15 reenrollment fee to return each subsequent semester during the current academic year.
Semester Membership
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Pay "by-the-course"
- Enroll in classes in an a la carte fashion
- Gain MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS (above) for the current semester only
Cost: $20 semester fee, plus individual course fees (from $20-$60)
Basic Membership
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The best option for those who intend to enroll ONLY in Osher clubs (no classes)
- Gain MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS (above) for the entire academic year
Cost: $50 per year