Salina Area Technical College is trying something new this spring, offering eight-week classes in U.S. history and interpersonal communication.
Both classes cover the same material as in a traditional 16-week class and are taught online, so students can fit the classes around jobs, family and other commitments.
Both classes start on March 8 and end on May 7 and are for three hours of college credit. Tuition is $99 per credit hour.
Stanton Gartin, Vice President of Instruction at Salina Tech, said shorter classes have proven popular at other colleges he’s worked at.
“People appreciate that they don’t have to commit for 16 weeks,” Gartin said.
Both classes will transfer to colleges and universities in Kansas and across the country, Gartin said, which means they’re ideal for people planning to continue or re-start their education – or who want to re-take a class and earn a higher grade.
“If you’ve been out of school for a few years, and thinking about getting a college degree, this is a good way to get started,” Gartin said. “And if you started college, but weren’t as successful as you had hoped on your first try, these classes are a chance to fix that and make a fresh start. And at just $99/credit hour, they’re a lot more affordable.”
The two compressed classes are even an option for students attending another college this spring, Gartin said.
“If you’re not having a productive spring semester, you could take one or both of these classes and stay on track to graduate on time,” he said.
To learn more about Salina Tech’s new eight-week classes, including how to enroll, call Salina Tech at 785-309-3100.