About Division of Continuing Studies

The Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) provides administrative leadership and support for campus programs attentive to adult, non-traditional age student degree completion and lifelong learning. A multifaceted unit, the Division encompasses the Center for Adult and Lifelong Learning (CALL) and the Community Learning Network (CLN). For more about DCS, click here.

• General Studies

  This program is designed for adult students who want a degree program that combines high academic standards with convenience. Read more here.

• Apply for General Studies

  Not sure exactly what you want to do? General Studies just might be the right degree program for you! It's a flexible program that considers previous college credits, life experience and more. General Studies graduates work in a wide range of careers in a variety of industries including health care, business, pharmaceutical, non-profit, finance, technology and education. Read about the degree program here and start your application now!

  

• Apply for Graduation

  The General Studies degree program of the Division of Continuing Studies graduates students three times a year: December, May and August. All graduates of that academic year are invited to participate in the IUPUI Commencement ceremony held in May every year. Ready to apply for graduation? We know you've worked hard! Click here and get started!

  

Distance Education

Distance education courses may fit your busy schedule. Students are able to take the Community Learning Network (CLN) Distance Education courses in the Division of Continuing Studies without coming to campus more than 3 or 4 times in a semester, and usually fewer. Read more here to see how you take our online courses for a flexible schedule.

• Course Catalog

  Check out our course catalog to view
  and sign up for our various courses.
  
  Check out some of our upcoming courses below.

• Course Catalog

  New! Microsoft OneNote
  2/9/12
  R 6:00-8:00 pm
  IUPUI Park 100 Learning Center
  
  Explore Your Career Options
  2/11/12
  S 10:00 am-12:00 pm
  IUPUI Park 100 Learning Center

• Course Catalog

  The GRE: Prep for Test-Taking
  2/13/12-3/19/12
  M 6:30-8:30 pm
  IUPUI Park 100 Learning Center
  
  Introduction to Basic HVAC/R Skills
  2/22/12-5/23/12
  W 5:45-9:45 pm
  Ben Davis High School

• Course Catalog

  Introduction to Microsoft Project
  2/23/12-3/15/12
  R 6:00-8:30 pm
  IUPUI Greenwood Learning Center
  
  Writing Winning Grant Proposals
  2/24/12
  F 9:00 am-4:00 pm
  IUPUI Park 100 Learning Center

• Course Catalog

  Put Your Career Plan Into Action!
  2/25/12
  S 10:00 am-12:00 pm
  IUPUI Park 100 Learning Center
  
  Fundamentals of Flower Arranging
  2/28/12-3/27/12
  T 6:30-8:30 pm
  P Parker Flowers - Franklin

• Adult Learning Centers and DCS Locations

  Division of Continuing Studies is, as our name suggests, a community organization. We take pride in finding locations throughout the Indianapolis community that are in YOUR backyard. Whether that is on campus, at the IUPUI Learning Centers, area high schools, and community centers, the DCS offers a variety of continuing education classes, certificate programs, and college classes to assist learners in earning the education they desire and deserve.

  

• Division of Continuing Studies (DCS)

  Our main IUPUI campus location is located in the heart of downtown. Take care of your student administration needs by using one of our student desk centers, or working with the appropriate advisor. This location's address is 518 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Telephone: 317-278-7600
  To contact us, click here.

  

• IUPUI Greenwood

  Greenwood Learning Center, a convenient location to attend IUPUI credit classes and continuing education classes, includes student-centered classrooms and a study area. The center's address is as follows:
  555 E. County Line Road, Suite 104; Greenwood 46143 Telephone: 317.278.5900
  For more information about this location, click here.

  

• IUPUI Park 100

  Yet another convenient location to attend IUPUI credit classes and continuing education in a premier facility created with comfort in mind. The center's address is as follows:
  5980 W. 71st Street, Ste. 100; Indianapolis, IN 46278 Telephone: 317.278.9700
  For more information about this location, click here.

  

• IUPUI Adult Learning Centers

  These locations are community-based extensions of the IUPUI Center for Adult and Lifelong Learning (CALL), located in schools throughout Indianapolis. Currently there are 3 sites- one in Arlington Community High School, two in IPS Schools 56 and 69. After assessment, two more sites may open in the next year. Read more about the sites here. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

  

Center for Adult and Lifelong Learning (CALL)

CALL is an iniative created by Division of Continuing Studies to help make the transition for adults going back to school much easier. An extensive website with a wide variety of resources that cater to the adult student is available, including career assessment, a glossary of education terms, FAQs and more! A chat function is even used to make reaching out to adult students even easier! Visit the Center for Adult and Lifelong Learning website by clicking here.