Course Registration

UNH course registration allows students to enroll in classes each semester and select courses that align with academic goals and requirements.

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Prepare for Registration
How to Register (Add/Drop Course)
Audit Course
Registration Troubleshooting Tips
Variable Credit Courses
Pass/Fail Grading Option
Credit Load Policies
Prerequisites

Prepare for Registration

Preparing in advance helps ensure a successful course registration experience. Students should follow the recommended steps below before the registration period begins.

Steps	Instructions
1.) Check Assigned Registration Date and Time	Students should review assigned registration date and time. Assigned registration dates and times are based on the student’s class standing, earned credits and level. Registration dates and times are published on the
2.) Check for Account Holds	Students should review account for any ‘holds’, as some will prevent course registration. To review holds, login to and select Registration, Registration Information, Prepare for Registration, and select Term. Review any information highlighted in red carefully. Refer to the ‘Account Holds and Guidance’ section below for more information about specific holds and contacts.
3.) Check Academic Standing Status	On the same Webcat page in step 2: Students should review academic standing status to ensure it is in ‘good standing’ for registration eligibility.
4.) Meet with Academic Advisor	Students should schedule a meeting with assigned academic advisor prior to registration to discuss academic progress, plan course selections, and review degree requirements.
5.) Get Registration Access Code (RAC)/AltPIN	Undergraduate Durham and Manchester campus students only will receive a RAC/AltPIN from assigned academic advisor to complete registration in Webcat. Graduate School, CPS Online and Non-Degree/Continuing Education students do not require a RAC/AltPIN to complete registration in Webcat.

Course registration begins and ends on designated days and times based on class standing and level. After courses begin, any changes to a student's course schedule are processed as adds, drops, or withdrawals. Registration dates and deadlines are published on the

Students should consult with assigned academic advisors before completing registration or making any significant changes to a planned course schedule.

Webcat Instructions

Review the below for step-by-step instructions on how to register for courses using Webcat.

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Add Course(s)

Login to . For assistance call (603) 862-2525.
Select Registration.
Select Registration Information.
Select Register for Classes.
Select Term.
If applicable, enter RAC/Alt PIN (Registration Access Code) and select Continue.
Select the Enter CRNs tab to enter the five-digit Course Reference Number (CRN) or use the Find Classes Search.
Select Submit in the Summary block.
Go to Registration Information and select View Registration Information for a schedule printout.

Drop or Withdrawal from Course(s)

Drop Period

Students may drop a course during the designated drop period by logging into or consulting with assigned academic advisor. Courses dropped within this time frame will not appear on the student's academic transcript. Drop deadlines are available on the .

Login to . For assistance call (603) 862-2525.
Select Registration.
Select Registration Information.
Select Register for Classes.
Select Term (ex: Fall 2020).
If applicable, enter RAC/Alt PIN (Registration Access Code) select and Continue.
In the Summary Block select Drop/Delete from Action drop-down menu.
Select Submit.

Withdrawal Period

After the regular course drop period/deadlines have passed, there is a course withdrawal period. Withdrawal from a course during the withdrawal period is recorded on a student’s transcript with a grade notation of W. The Withdrawal (W) grade is not included in GPA calculations. Withdraw from a course through the published deadlines on the

Course withdrawal requests are not completed in Webcat.

Durham and Manchester campus students should complete and submit a Durham/Manchester Course Withdrawal form.
CPS Online students should complete and submit a

Review the below information to learn more about these related registration actions.

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Audit Course

Students may request to audit a course, attending without receiving academic credit, with approval from both the assigned academic advisor and course instructor.

The deadline for designating a registered course to audit is the last day to drop without academic liability.
The instructor will determine requirements for attendance, participation, and any written work.
Audits appear on the academic record with a grade notation of ‘AU’; no credits are earned.
Students who do not meet the criteria set by the instructor will be dropped from the course.
Subsequent requests for a change to the audit will be by petition for variance in academic policy form signed by the course instructor and approved by the student’s advisor and the student's academic dean or designee.
Tuition varies for audit courses; see Fees and Expenses for details.
To request designation of a course to audit complete an Audit Course Form.

Pass/Fail Grading Option

Undergraduate students may choose the Pass/Fail grading option for certain courses without impacting GPA. The grade of “Pass” (P) earns credit but does not affect GPA, while a “Fail” (F) does not earn credit, the Pass/Fail grade is recorded on the student's transcript. Not all courses are eligible, and some restrictions apply based on major and/or degree requirements.

Review the for details, eligibility and restrictions.
Students must submit the Pass/Fail Form to request this grading option by the published deadline each semester.

Variable Credit Courses

Some courses are offered for a range of credits (e.g., 1–4 credits) and are known as variable credit courses. Students are responsible for selecting the number of credits based on academic needs and program requirements.

Webcat Instructions

Login to . For assistance call (603) 862-2525
Select Registration
Select Registration Information
Select Register for Classes
Select Term
If applicable, enter RAC/Alt PIN (Registration Access Code) select and Continue
Select Schedule and Options tab
Variable Credit Courses will display with an underlined hyperlinked credit amount in the credit column
Select the Credit Amount
Change the credit hours to the desired value and select Submit in the bottom right of the webpage

Registration Troubleshooting Tips

Review the below for assistance with resolving common registration issues.

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Error Messages and Guidance

Review the information in the table below if error messages occur while registering for courses in Webcat. Follow up with the listed contacts for assistance with specific registration errors.

Error Message

Error Description and Contact

Campus Restriction

Registration is restricted based on the student's campus.

Contact Academic Advisor

Class Restriction

Registration is restricted based on the student’s class standing/level.

Contact Academic Advisor

Closed Course

Course section is full, no seats are currently available for registration.

Select an alternative course section.

College Restriction

Registration is restricted based on the student’s college.

Contact Academic Advisor

Corequisite Required

Registration requires registering for another specified course.

Contact Academic Advisor

Departmental Approval

Registration requires special permission.

Contact Academic Advisor

Field of Study Restriction

Registration is restricted based on the student’s major.

Contact Academic Advisor

Max Credit Hours

Registration request exceeds the maximum number of allowed credit hours.

Contact Academic Advisor

Mutually Exclusive

Course selected conflicts with a previously completed course.

Contact College Dean's Office
Submit a Petition for Variance in Academic Policy for an exception to register.

Permission Required

Registration requires special permission.

Contact Academic Advisor

Prerequisite Not Satisfied

Registration requires completing another specified course first.

Contact Academic Advisor

Registration Hold

Some account holds will prevent registration.

Contact Student.Accounts@unh.edu for Overdue Account Balance or Reg Hold (UNCLEAR status).

Contact Financial.Aid@unh.edu for Perkins/Inst Loan Default or Direct Loan Exit Counseling.

Reserved Closed

Remaining seats are reserved for designated students. (E.g. First-Year students, designated majors, colleges, etc.)

Search for an alternative course section

Account Holds and Guidance

Follow up with the contacts below for assistance with specific account holds.

Hold Message	Contacts & Guidance
Admissions Hold	Undergraduate Students Admissions@unh.edu (603) 862-1360 Graduate Students Graduate.School@unh.edu (603) 862-3000
AW'd student - must reinstate	Contact Student.Accounts@unh.edu (603) 862-2230
Balance Due	Review account in Webcat and contact Student.Accounts@unh.edu (603) 862-2230
Dean's Hold	Contact College Dean's Office (E.g. COLA, CEPS, CPS, etc.)
Fin. Hold - Call Student Accts	Contact Student.Accounts@unh.edu (603) 862-2230
Grad Academic Hold	Contact Graduate.School@unh.edu (603) 862-3000
Grad Admit No Response	Contact Graduate.School@unh.edu (603) 862-3000
GRAD Final Transcript Required	Contact Graduate.School@unh.edu (603) 862-3000
Grad Residency needed	Contact Graduate.School@unh.edu (603) 862-3000
Health WD/Leave	Contact Dean.Students@unh.edu
Immztn Req Call H&W	Call Health & Wellness about an Immunization Hold health@unh.edu (603) 862-9355
Overdue Account Balance	Review bill in Contact Student.Accounts@unh.edu (603) 862-2230
RAC Message	Contact Academic Advisor or Academic Department
Student-Life Community Stndrds	Contact Dean.Students@unh.edu (603) 862-2053
Time tickets prevent registration at this time	Registration is not currently open for the selected term. Review the academic calendar for registration dates
You have holds which prevent registration and may not be shown here	Contact Registrars.Office@unh.edu

Related Policies

Credit Load Policies

Credit load policies designate the maximum number of credits students may register for in a semester or at designated periods during registration.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites are courses that must be successfully completed before enrolling in a subsequent course, as outlined in the course catalog and schedule. Before registering for a course, students should check to determine any course prerequisites. Students who fail a prerequisite to a course for which they are registered must drop the course. This policy applies to degree and non-degree students. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure all prerequisites or other requirements for a course have been met.

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