Priority Registration
What is priority registration?
Priority registration allows students connected with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to register for courses before general registration. SAS will email students the date of priority registration and post it on the SAS website. Access to priority registration does not guarantee the availability of courses offered at specific times or provide access to restricted or closed sections of courses. Students needing to enroll in internships, practicums, or field experiences should seek assistance from and direct any questions to their academic advisor or program coordinator.
Incoming first-year and first-semester transfer students are not eligible for priority registration during their first term of enrollment. College Credit Plus students and students enrolled in the Career and Community Studies program are not eligible for priority registration through SAS.
How do students use priority registration?
SAS encourages students to meet with their academic advisor before priority registration for assistance determining and scheduling classes. Here are some considerations when planning a course schedule:
Course Timing and Energy Levels: Students should reflect on when they feel most alert and productive and scheduled classes during these times to optimize learning and participation.
Class Location: Think about the location of back-to-back classes and ensure there is enough time between classes to account for travel.
Workload Management: Balance the course load to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Consider mixing challenging courses with those that are less demanding or more enjoyable. Students should discuss part-time schedule options with their advisors if their disability makes it difficult to manage the requirements of a full-time course load.
Personal Care and Breaks: Students should include sufficient breaks in their schedule for meals, rest, and any other disability management or personal care routines needed throughout the day.
Online vs. In-Person Classes: Weigh the pros and cons of online courses, which can offer more flexibility, versus in-person classes, which might provide more interaction and support.