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From history to literature to the arts, our extensive course schedule offers something for everyone.
RISE is a membership-based organization with courses offered in Fall and Spring semesters.
You can join RISE at any time, from the RISE Membership Portal.  The membership fee of $115 is paid twice per year–once for each semester, Fall and Spring. It is due after you register for classes. Your membership allows you to register for courses, receive emails with RISE updates and events, and enjoy other member-exclusive benefits.
The only prerequisite is a curious and investigative mind! Led by experts and enthusiasts, our courses meet both in person on-campus and at off-campus locations in Nashua and online in the mornings and afternoons. Classes typically follow this schedule:
The following benefits are available to active RISE members during the University’s academic year.
Sign up to receive RISE NOTES without becoming a member.
From history to literature to the arts, our extensive course schedule offers something for everyone.