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Announcement

The Free Minds program is undergoing a review with regard to future funding prospects. As a result, the Free Minds program will not be accepting any applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. If and when such funding should become available, an announcement will be posted alerting the community to apply to the program. We look forward to see what the future hold for the Free Minds program.

Applications for our Spring 2023 Humanities class open October 12.

Who Are Free Minds Students?

Every year, students come to Free Minds from a wide range of educational backgrounds, ages, and experiences. Free Minds welcomes students who have been in college previously as well as those who have never set foot in a college classroom before. We welcome those who are already passionate about reading and writing, as well as those who aren’t quite sure what we mean by “the humanities.” Previous classes have included students with families and those living on their own, retirees, and recent high school graduates. There is no cookie-cutter Free Minds student, but successful applicants share at least one thing in common: enthusiasm for and commitment to the next phase of their education.

Benefits of Free Minds

Students in the Free Minds class have access to the following:

a two-semester college class in humanities
six college credits from ACC upon successful completion of the course
free tuition, books, and meals on class nights
instruction from experienced UT and ACC professors
practice writing and speaking in a supportive academic environment
free quality child care through Creative Action
visits to museums, theater performances, and special classes with writers, scholars, and higher education professionals
financial aid instruction, a college fair, and dedicated ACC advising
invitations to monthly alumni programs and writing workshops

Am I Eligible?

Eligible applicants must

be at least 18 years old
have demonstrated financial need
have a high school diploma or GED
be able to read challenging books in English
not yet have a college degree and not have been enrolled in a degree-seeking program within the past two years
make a commitment to attend class regularly and complete all assignments