Registering For Undergraduate Classes

There are many advisors at EMU to help you register for classes. Please contact Sherry Spencer (sherry.spencer@emich.edu; 734-487-0400) at the University Advising and Career Development Center (UACDC) for assistance in class registration (UACDC). UACDC will help you better understand the general eudaction classes necessary for your degree. For other UACDC information, please see www.emich.edu/uacdc.

If you are an "English as a Second Language" student, please contact Kim Anderson (kwate@emich.edu) for assistance, rather than UACDC.

You are encouraged to meet with your academic advisors regularly throughout your study here at EMU to ensure the completion of your degree program requirements.

Click here for the Student Guide to Registration.

Registering For Graduate Classes

Contact your departmental advisor. The Graduate Recommendation Form was included with your Letter of Admission. This form has the contact information for your departmental advisor. Your advisor will help you register for your first semester of classes and help plan your future semesters. If you are an English as a Second Language student please contact Kim Anderson (kwate@emich.edu) for assistance.

Click here for the Student Guide to Registration.

ESL

ESL Conditional Admission is based on your TOEFL, MELAB, or IELTS score. If you have ESL Conditional Admission you must take ESL classes to improve your English and speak with an ESL Advisor before registering for your classes. You can reach the ESL Office at esl@emich.edu or 734-487-0338.
Please visit: http://www.emich.edu/worldlanguages/esl/program.htm

How Many Classes You Must Take

F-1 or J-1 visa students pursuing an Undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree:

• Must register for a minimum of 12 credit hours during fall and winter semesters.
• If the summer semester is the first semester of study, you must take 12 credit hours.

• Must register for a minimum of 8 credit hours during fall and winter semesters.
• If the summer semester is the first semester of study, you must take 8 credit hours.

Classes Offered

Most classes are offered in the Fall and Winter semesters. Fewer classes are offered during the summer semester. There are printed Class Schedule Books available that list course times, descriptions, and prerequisites. Class Schedule Books are also available online at: www.emich.edu/registrar/registration_info/guides_books

More Class Information

Please speak with your academic advisor or visit: http://catalog.emich.edu/index.php.

Before you can take some courses, it is required that you have completed another one or more specific courses beforehand. The Course Schedule Book lists prerequisites next to each course. You cannot register for a class if you have not met the prerequisites.

Class Location

Most courses and programs are held on main campus. However, sometimes a course is offered at a different location. When you are signing up for classes, make sure each one is located on Main Campus. If you do decide to take a class off campus, you are responsible for your own transportation.

Students With Disabilities

If you have a documented disability, EMU can accommodate you. Please contact the Students with Disabilities Office to make an appointment with a Disability Specialist. You can reach the office at http://www.emich.edu/disabilities/ or 734-487-2470.

Family and Children In The United States

In Michigan, all children between the ages of 6 and 16 years must attend school by law. Public schools are free for children ages 5 years and older. More questions? Please visit: http://www.mich.info/michigan/education/k-12schools.htm

If You Decide NOT To Attend EMU

You must:

• Return your I-20 to the International Admissions Office
• Cancel any classes you enrolled in (or you will be charged tuition fees)
• Cancel any housing arrangements you made
• Cancel your enrollment for orientation