College Registration Process

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What should you do prior to registering for classes?

Clear any holds on your record that will prevent registration. (correct)

Pay your fees.

Meet with your faculty advisor.

Check the Academic Calendar for the first day of class.

Where can you find information on registration, such as prepare for registration, register for classes, non-degree and audit registration, and registration videos?

University's registrar webpage

University's course schedule webpage

University's webpage dedicated to providing information on registration (correct)

University's academic calendar webpage

What should you check before registering for classes?

The registration schedule for your registration start time (correct)

The university's tuition fees

The university's grading policy

The university's refund policy

Why should you verify the length/dates of the courses you are registering for?

Because the university offers multiple course delivery formats and semester lengths. Signup and view all the answers

Who should you contact if you encounter a pre-requisite/test score error while registering?

Your faculty advisor and the Department secretary, Ms. Ellen Ismalon Signup and view all the answers

When does the fall semester officially begin for 'full term' and 'first half' classes?

Mid-August Signup and view all the answers

When do 'second half' classes begin in the spring semester?

Early March Signup and view all the answers

When do 'second half' sessions begin in the summer?

Late June Signup and view all the answers

What does the CRN represent in course selection?

The specific indicator for the course in a specific semester Signup and view all the answers

How are the semesters divided at FAU?

Into three terms: entire semester, first half, and second half Signup and view all the answers

What information does the 'Attribute' column provide?

The course level and any special features Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Status' column indicate in course selection?

The number of open or waitlist seats available Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Academic Calendar?

To check specific semester dates and registration records Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Instruct Method' column reflect in course selection?

The instruction method used to offer the course Signup and view all the answers

What information is provided in the 'Campus' column?

The campus where the course is offered Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is provided in the 'Meeting Time' column?

Days of the week, time, and duration of the course Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Registering for Classes

Clear any holds on your record before registering to prevent registration issues
Check the Registration Schedule for your registration start time
Check the Academic Calendar for the first day of class and other important dates
Verify the length/dates of the courses you're registering for, and the delivery format (e.g., full online, live lecture)

Registration Timeline

Fall semester: mid-August (full term and first half classes), mid-October (second half classes)
Spring semester: early January (full term and first half classes), early March (second half classes)
Summer semester: mid-May (full-term and first half sessions), late June (second half sessions)

Course Selection

Course information includes: Title, Subject, Course Number, Section, Hours, CRN, Term, Instructor, Meeting time, Campus, Status, and Attribute
Check the instructor, meeting time, campus, and status (open or waitlist seats) before selecting a course
Review the instruction method used to offer the course (e.g., online, laboratory)
Check for additional fees associated with a course (e.g., online or laboratory fees)

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Description

Learn about the steps to register for classes, including checking for holds, registration schedules, and understanding course lengths and formats.