Before Classes Begin

Students may change their class schedule Online, prior to the start of the semester if:

• The regular semester has not started.
• And the class has no waiting list.
• The class has seats available.

After Classes Begin

Students may add a class during the first two weeks of the semester. To add a class you must:

• E-mail the instructor and ask if they are allowing students to add the class.
• Go to the class during the scheduled time and see if they are allowing students to add the class.
• Request Add Authorization from instructor (they will need your Student ID Number).
• Register for the course in which Add Authorization was granted: Self-Service
• If you experience problems with registering for the class (after the Add Authorization was processed) contact Admission and Records. 
• No late adds for semester classes will be accepted after the second week of the semester. If extenuating circumstances exist, students may complete a Late Add Petition. 
• You have until the day before the Census Day at 10:00 PM to add a course online by following the Add Authorization process. Please refer to the Academic Calendar

Students cannot be added to a course if:

• They do not meet the prerequisite
• They have already completed the course, unless it is repeatable
• They have a time conflict, if a time conflict exists students may complete the Class Conflict Petition
• They do not have a current application on file
• They have a hold for academic standing or fees owed
• They do not have Special Admit high school/middle school approval 
• They are already enrolled in 18 units (Fall and Spring)
• Students have until the day before the Census Day at 10:00 PM to add a course online 

What if I have trouble registering?

If you’re having trouble registering for one of the reasons above, contact the Office of Admissions and Records. If you are having problems accessing the Online portal, or are having problems with your password, contact ITSS-Help Desk or at (408) 270-6411.