Undergraduate Courses with Noncredit Seats

Take an undergraduate credit-bearing course on a noncredit basis at a reduced tuition rate! 

Costs

  • $120 for the noncredit option in a .5-credit course*
  • $180 for the noncredit option in a 1-credit course*
  • $260 for the noncredit option in a 1.5-credit course*
  • $320 for the noncredit option in a 2-credit course*
  • $520 for the noncredit option in a 3-credit course*
  • $625 for the noncredit option in a 4-credit course*

*plus applicable fees. In addition to the tuition and any listed studio/lab fees, there is a $25 nonrefundable noncredit registration fee paid once per semester. Please note: Specialized course tuition rates may vary from the above.

More Information

  • Students who register for this option do not receive college credit or grades. Assessment is given on a pass/fail basis.
  • This option is open to students 16 years of age or older.
  • Because noncredit spaces are limited in these credit courses, early registration is advised.
  • Students may not switch between the credit and noncredit sections of these courses after the add/drop period.
  • Early registration discounts do not apply to these courses.

Course Schedule

The courses below are a selection of the full Spring 2026 undergraduate schedule. To view all courses use the course search and select the Spring 2026 term from the drop down. Please be mindful if there are prerequisites and/or restrictions listed for the course.

Please email conted@purchase.edu if:

  • You found a course of interest that is not in the schedule below.  We may be able to get permission to add a noncredit seat. 
  • You would like see the syllabus before registering.
  • The course of your choice is closed, so you can be placed on a waitlist.

Spring 2026 Courses

Arts History

Arts Management

Dance

Environmental Science

History

Italian

Jewish Studies

Language and Culture

Physical Education

Philosophy