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If you are a current ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University student or have previously taken a course at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University, welcome back!

What Type of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æing Student Are You?

There are three types of visiting students at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University:

  • College students from other institutions who take credit courses at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ during any semester (up to two courses) with a goal to transfer those credits to another academic institution.
  • Students considering to start or complete their bachelor’s degree at a later time, may initially start their studies at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ as a visiting student by taking credit courses in any semester (up to two courses per term.) A visiting student may choose to later apply to ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University for formal admission and, if admitted, continue forward as a matriculated, degree-seeking student. The credits earned as a visiting student at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ will seamlessly transfer towards their bachelor’s degree at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ.
  • Individuals taking a credit course (or a non-credit course) in the subject area of interest for personal or professional enrichment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There are several types of visiting students at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ:

  • College students from other institutions who take at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ during any semester (up to two courses) with a goal to transfer those credits to another academic institution.
  • Students considering to start or complete their bachelor’s degree at a later time, may start their studies at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ initially as a visiting student by taking credit courses in any semester (up to two courses per term.) A visiting student may choose to later apply to ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University for formal admission, and if admitted, continue forward as a matriculated, degree-seeking student. The credits earned as a visiting student at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ will seamlessly transfer towards their bachelor’s degree at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ.
  • Individuals taking a (or a non-credit course) in the subject area of interest for personal or professional enrichment.

A visiting student is restricted to taking two courses per semester with a maximum of six courses (18 credits overall in subsequent semesters). After enrollment in six courses, a student will either have to apply for matriculation into an undergraduate degree program or get an override to continue to take coursework only (not seeking a degree).

ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æing students must have graduated from high school to enroll at the University.

ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æing students register for courses during "open" registration periods, which typically begin early February for summer, early July for fall and early December for spring. Registration is on a seat-available basis.

All students enrolled in courses at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ are expected to abide by the policies as written in the University's Student Handbook and . All students are advised to read and become familiar with these policies.

Please visit the New ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æing Student Registration page and follow the steps.

Learn More

  • All new and returning students need to access their ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ University Gmail account for official communications, including directions for online courses, student evaluations, and messages from your professors. Please click the GMail icon in the my.ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ portal.

  • Tuition & Financial Aid

    Part-time visiting student tuition rates for credit courses can be found on the bursar page.

  • Assistance

    For questions or more information, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission via email or call (203) 254-4100.