Our Mission: Midcoast Senior College (MSC) provides non-credit academic courses and other educational events for people 50 years and older to continue lifelong learning.

Our History: In 1999, a small group met with David Baty, former director of University College at Bath/Brunswick, for the purpose of establishing an opportunity for life-long learning in the Midcoast area.  They were inspired by the vision of Rabbi Harry Sky who had helped create the Portland-based senior college.

Their goal was to create a similar opportunity for seniors in the greater Midcoast area who wished to continue to learn.

Nancy Wheeler and Jack Thompson spearheaded this endeavor with David Baty's assistance, and a letter went out to the public.  The response was overwhelming, and  an open house was held.  The following spring, March of 2000, six courses were offered.

Currently we offer 20 - 24 courses during both the spring and fall semesters, with volunteer faculty and a semester enrollment of over 380. Courses range from American studies, art history, fiction and poetry, and architecture, to painting and drawing, computer skills, and music. And much more!  Our students are aged 50 and above.  There are no exams, no grades, and no credit hours given.