Contact us for more information: If you have any questions
about using this site, please don't hesitate to contact us,
by email or by calling 412-268-7489.
 
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  1. Go to the Osher at CMU homepage: www.cmu.edu/osher, and click on “Member Sign In” in the left column or header.
  2. You will be redirected to the Augusoft Sign-in page.
  3. To the right of the Password field, click on “Forgot your password?”
  4. On the “Reset Password Request” page, in the 1st box, enter your username. Your us­ername could be your email address or your last name and first name separated by a period as in lastname.firstname. In the 2nd box, enter your email address. In the 3rd box, check off the "I am not a robot" box and follow the instructions. Click on “Submit”. This will send a link to your email.
  5. Open the email from osher-general@andrew.cmu.edu and click on the link. Choose a password that is at least eight characters, contains a number, uppercase letter, lowercase letter, and/or a special character. Type your password into both boxes.
  6. If you are not able to get a password reset, please call the office at 412-268-7489 to con­firm your username and email address. For future sign-ins, enter your username and password.
The new password must be at least 8 characters long and contain a number and at least 3 of the following: an uppercase letter, a lowercase letter, number, and/or a special symbol.

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Browse our catalog online: Click on "courses" on the menu bar above. Browse by content area, or search by title, instructor, or dates. Full course descriptions, teacher biographies, directions, and other pertinent course information can be accessed by clicking on the dark blue links.
Search for a Course: Find courses that meet one or multiple criteria – for example, you could search for courses in Session One or Session Two by selecting a date range. Alternatively, you may also search for a course by entering keywords or selecting a Study Leader name from the list of Instructor names.
Sign in: Only Members have accounts on this online registration system and are able to register online. 
Register Online: Browse through the catalog by clicking on a category. All the courses related to this category will display on a new screen. When you see a course that interests you, click on “Add To Cart”. If you know which course you want, enter the Course ID or name in the search box. When all your courses have been added to the cart, click on “View Cart". Review your course selections in the cart and click on "Checkout”. Complete the registration at our secured site with your credit card. You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.
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If a class is already filled, you will not be able to add it to the cart and you have the option of being placed on a waiting list. Click the “Waiting List” button to be added to the waiting list. You will receive email that you have been added to the waiting list. If a seat becomes available, the first member in the queue will be admitted and will receive an email confirmation. If a course fee applies, you will be contacted prior to admittance for a credit card payment.
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Where do classes meet?
Most classes meet in the Osher classrooms: Wean Hall 4707, Wean Hall 4708, and the Osher classroom in Hunt Library, lower level. Other on-campus classes may be located on the campus map. Off-campus sites include Friends Meeting House, Wilkins Community Center,Rodef Shalom Temple, etc.
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Who is eligible to take classes through Osher at CMU?
Classes are initially only open to Osher at CMU Members. Prospects are invited to register via email for open courses about 2 weeks prior to the start of the term.
Registration opens when members receive and email notice. Courses will remain open until the last day of the class as long as space remains available. Many classes fill quickly, so we encourage you to register online early. There may be a delay for paper registration forms.
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What are your policies for payment of registration fees?
The registration fee is due at registration which is $60 for members and $85 for prospects. Payment may be made by American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa. 
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How do I register?
On the internet: You can register by clicking on the "sign in" link at left and entering your username and password. Click on the "courses" link to browse through our catalog. When you find courses that you want to take, add them to your shopping cart and then complete your order via our secure server.
By mail: Mail your completed registration form with check or credit card information to: Osher at CMU, 4909 Frew St, Hunt Library, Pittsburgh PA 15213-3833
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If you register yourself online, you will be able to see whether there is still space available in a class. Once you complete the necessary payment information, you are registered. You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.
If you register by mail or fax, you will receive an email confirmation after we process your registration. If you do not have email, your confirmation will be surface mailed to you.
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Can a class be cancelled because of low enrollment?
If we have to cancel a class due to low enrollment, we will notify you by email as soon as possible before the class is scheduled to begin. 
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If you need to cancel your registration, you should call the office at 412-268-7489. If you cancel your entire registration at least three full business days prior to the first class, you will receive your registration fee minus a $10 processing fee and any course fees. You are not able to drop classes online.
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If you need to drop a course, call or email the office as soon as possible. Your seat will be filled from the waiting list, if applicable.
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What if I want to add a course?
Using your username and password, "Sign in" to the online registration system. Search for the course. It will display with either “Add To Cart” or “Waiting List”. If you click on “Add To Cart” and you have previously paid your registration fee, there is no charge at “Checkout”. You will receive a confirmation email. If you click on “Waiting List”, you will be notified by email when a seat becomes available.
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If we cancel a course before the course has begun and it is the only course you requested for the whole term, you are entitled to request a full refund of your registration fee and any material fee.

If you cancel all of your courses at least three full business days prior to the first class, you may request a refund minus a $10 administrative fee and any material fee(s). Material fees will be refunded if they have not already been paid to the instructor or at the discretion of the registrar.
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How can I make a donation to Osher at CMU?
Non-members may donate by calling 412-268-7489 or mailing a check to the office. Please note if the donation is a memorial.
Members need to sign in and click on Donate in the heading. You will receive a receipt by email and thank-you letter by surface mail. Osher at CMU is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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