Flexible Learning for Every Stage of Life
For more than 75 years, Marietta College has served the Marietta–Parkersburg region through Continuing Education and non‑degree programs that support lifelong learning, professional development, and personal enrichment.
Our non‑degree offerings are ideal for community members, adult learners, working professionals, and retirees who want to build skills, explore new interests, or engage in college‑level learning—without committing to a traditional degree program.
Town and Gown
Experience College Learning—Without the Commitment
The Town & Gown Program allows members of the public to sit in on undergraduate courses at Marietta College at a minimal cot..
Program details:
- Enrollment depends on space availability and instructor approval
- Participation is limited to classroom attendance
- No academic credit or transcript is issued
- No Marietta College ID or network account is provided
- Access to online materials is at the instructor’s discretion
- Examinations and assignments may be completed, but graded feedback is not guaranteed
Town & Gown is ideal for individuals who want to explore college‑level coursework without formal enrollment.
Town & Gown Cost:
$50 per course, plus applicable course fees
Auditing Courses
Learn More. Stress Less.
Auditing a course allows for deeper engagement than Town & Gown while still avoiding the requirements of earning credit.
When you audit a course:
- Exams and academic obligations are not required
- Classroom participation is encouraged
- Feedback on assignments is at the instructor’s discretion
- No grade or credit is awarded
- A record of the audit appears on the student transcript
Students who stop attending may be administratively withdrawn and assigned a W (Withdrawal).
Auditing cost:
$125 per credit hour, plus applicable course fees
For information about participating in a course through auditing or Town & Gown
EMAIL: ce@marietta.edu
PHONE: 740.376.4740.
Non‑Degree Enrollment for Academic Credit
Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR)
The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) is a community‑based program for retirement‑age learners who share a passion for learning.
- Academic programs are designed by participants
- Courses are taught by knowledgeable instructors
- Classes are held on the Marietta College campus and at various community locations
- Participants may enroll in as many courses as they wish
- Courses are usually 4 or 8 weeks in length and meet once each week
ILR Cost:
Usually $15-$30 per course, depending on length of the course
Workforce Development & Career Training
Build In‑Demand Skills. Advance Your Career.
Looking for a new career or ready to move forward in your current role? Marietta College’s workforce development programs are designed to help learners gain practical, employer‑valued skills across a wide range of industries.
Our career training and certification programs can help you:
- Launch an in‑demand career
- Build professional skills for advancement
- Earn credentials recognized by employers
Online Career Training with ed2go
Through our partnership with ed2go, Marietta College provides access to a broad selection of online workforce development and career certification programs.
Program features include:
- Courses developed by industry experts
- Dedicated student advisors for personalized support
- Flexible, online learning designed for working adults
- Preparation for nationally recognized certifications
Training is available in high‑growth fields such as:
- Information Technology (IT)
- Business and management
- Healthcare
- Project management
- And more
Start learning today.
Explore our workforce development programs and take the next step toward your future.