Get started with adding courses
Understand which courses you need to add, and when, to earn your degree.
When to add courses
Know when it's your turn and mark the date
Which courses to add
Do some academic planning to zero in on the courses you need
To get ready for course registation for the upcoming academic year, do some academic planning as you consult these resources.
- The Undergraduate Calendar details the specific courses you'll need to complete for your degree program
- Your department may have a course sequence or program planning worksheet
- Your academic requirements report lets you view the requirements of your degree program and additional plans, like another major, minors, or elective groups.
Finally, you'll need to consult the class schedule, which lists the courses offered during the upcoming summer, fall and winter terms. The schedule is available shortly before course registration opens in March.
Keep in mind that course offerings can change from year to year, so it’s not guaranteed the courses you need or want to take will be offered in the same term as previous years.
Register for the whole year at once
It's a good idea to add all your courses for the entire upcoming year, for maximum choice. That means fall term, winter term and year-long courses, plus any summer term courses you might want to take. (Remember, you don't need to pay for year-long courses up front: tuition is due in September for the first half and not until January for the second half.)
Advisors are available year-round to answer any questions about which courses to add. Don't hesitate to speak to an academic advisor.