Why Join the Academy of Lifelong Learning?
Featured Courses
Check out these new or trending courses.
Choose an Area of Study
Faculty
The NYU faculty who teach Academy of Lifelong Learning courses are experts in their field and committed to providing a rigorous and engaging learning experience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Signing up for courses
How do I sign up for an NYU SPS account?
Before you can register for courses, you’ll need to create an NYU SPS account. To do so:
- Go to the NYU SPS sign in page
- If you have an NYU University ID, click "use my NYU ID." If you do not have an NYU University ID, click "create account."
How do I sign up for classes once I have an NYU SPS account?
- Go to the NYU SPS sign in page
- In the "I have an NYU SPS Account" box, click "sign in"
- Enter your username and password. If you forgot either, click "forgot username/password"
- Click the "sign in" box
- Now that you're signed in, click "courses" in the navigation bar on the top
- Click on the Academy of Lifelong Learning topic area
- Click the "view" button to learn more about a course
- Click the "add to cart" button
- To add more courses, click the “continue browsing" button. Otherwise, click "go to cart" to check out
- Click "proceed to checkout" and follow the onscreen instructions to submit your payment information. If you are over 65, the 25% discount will automatically be applied on the payment screen
You can also enroll by phone by calling (212) 998-7150.
How can I sign up for classes by phone?
If you would like registration assistance or have questions about the process, call us at (212) 998-7150, and we can help. You can also reach the Academy of Lifelong Learning team at (212) 998-7289.
You can also email us at sps.info@nyu.edu if you have any questions!
Choosing courses and faculty
I am not sure which course(s) are right for me. Who should I contact?
We would be happy to help you select the course that is right for you. Email us at sps.all@nyu.edu with questions about general areas of interest in the humanities and global affairs.
Which department should I contact with questions about registration?
If you would like registration assistance or have questions about the process, please contact Registration at sps.info@nyu.edu, or (212) 998-7150. You can also reach the Academy of Lifelong Learning team at sps.all@nyu.edu or (212) 998-7289.
How do I get a copy of the class syllabus?
Syllabi will be available to registered students on the course site a few days before class starts. Students will receive a welcome letter from the academic department with meeting information and instructions on accessing the syllabus.
Accessibility
Digital Privacy Statement
University Policies
Web Policy
Academic Accreditation
New York University
New York University
New York University
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination at NYU - New York University is committed to maintaining an environment that encourages and fosters respect for individual values and appropriate conduct among all persons. In all University spaces—physical and digital—programming, activities, and events are carried out in accordance with applicable law as well as University policy, which includes but is not limited to its Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.