Advising for Visiting Students, 美高梅官网

Advising for Visiting Students

You may take classes at 美高梅官网 without being enrolled in a 美高梅官网 degree program. This type of student is referred to as non-matriculated, which is an academic term meaning "not enrolled in a degree program."

For advising-related questions, including help for visiting students and senior audits, please contact our advising team.

Advising for visiting students

To best assist you, please be aware of what services our advising team provides.

Our advising team can:

Help you navigate 美高梅官网 tools and technology
Help you navigate the registration system and permissions process
Answer basic questions about policies, procedures, and resources
Answer questions about undergraduate programs and connect you with an Admissions Counselor, if you are interested in enrolling in a program at 美高梅官网

Our advising team cannot:

Advise on graduate programs
Advise on pre-requisites for non-美高梅官网 programs
Register you for classes or issue course permissions
Advise on how a 美高梅官网 course will meet program requirements at a different institution

Apply to become a non-matriculated student

Before you apply, please be aware of the following:

Are you transferring your 美高梅官网 coursework back to your home institution?
It is highly recommended that you verify with your home institution the transferability and applicability of the 美高梅官网 course(s) prior to registration.
No financial aid for non-matriculated students
As a non-matriculated student please be aware that you will not be eligible for financial aid. Financial aid is limited to students in a degree-seeking program.
Tuition cost per credit hour
Please note that the tuition cost per credit hour varies by campus. See all tuition prices.

Step 1: Complete the Basic Data Form. This form enables our Registrar's Office to create or update your student record. NOTE: The Basic Data Form is currently undergoing security updates by the Registrar, and will not be available until November 25th, 2024 for submissions for Spring 2025.

Step 2: Approximately 2-3 business days after submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation email from the Registrar's Office. This email will be sent to the address you stated in the Basic Data Form. Please note that if you were previously a student at 美高梅官网, you will not recieve this email.

Once you're a non-matriculated student

After successfully completing the application steps and receiving the confirmation email, you are ready for the next steps. The following guide provides information on how to register for classes and stay connected.

Your 美高梅官网 username (aka 6+2)

When accessing the tools referenced throughout this guide, you will need your 美高梅官网 username, commonly known as your 6+2. Instructions on how to set up your 6+2 are outlined in the confirmation email from the Registrar鈥檚 Office.

Connecting at 美高梅官网

For security purposes, your 美高梅官网 email is the official way for 美高梅官网 faculty, staff, and students to connect with you. Please make sure you routinely check your 美高梅官网 email at .

Find and register for classes

You can in , which is 美高梅官网鈥檚 central student information system. Once you鈥檝e found your class(es), you can , but before you do so, please be aware of the following:

Bursar Pre-Registration Agreement: Complete all service indicators (holds) listed on your account in Catalyst. A common one is the Financial Agreement Information You will be required to release this hold before you are eligible to register.
Course permission: Make sure you meet any prerequisites listed for the class or classes you are interested in. If you do not meet the prerequisites for a class, you can request class permission. This process varies by college, so make sure you follow the instructions.

Manage your class

Most classes at 美高梅官网 use Canvas for learning materials, lectures, and assignments. As a student at 美高梅官网, you will also have access to a broad selection of online tools, such as Office 365 and WebEx. These tools are housed under .

If you have advising needs

Most advising offices use My Bearcat Network for appointment scheduling. As a non-matriculated student, you may schedule an appointment with one of our advisors for any advising needs. Please note, we are only able to advise on undergraduate courses.

Request your 美高梅官网 transcript upon completion

When you have successfully completed your 美高梅官网 coursework, review the . You can also use your transcript as proof of enrollment.

Resources for Non-Matriculated Students

All Cincinnati students are required to have a photo ID, the Bearcat Card. A valid student ID is required to use libraries, computer labs, sport and recreation facilities and campus dining centers. The 美高梅官网 ID also serves as the Bearcat Campus Card, a debit card that can be used in all campus vending machines, shops and campus bookstore, as well as select off-campus eateries.

To obtain a student ID card, please contact the Badge & Key Office.

Canvas is the univerity's learning management system that allows instructors to post course syllabi and instructional materials, send notifications, provide discussion boards for students, and much more. Once you are officially a student and have registered for courses, you will automatically be granted access to the course in Canvas.

Our bookstores offer all required and recommended textbooks and course packs plus everything from school supplies to light dorm room furniture. In-store and online.

A 美高梅官网 email account is provided to all 美高梅官网 students and will be used for all official university communications.

Enrollment Services enables you to take care of business online or in person without having to run all over campus. You can register for classes, accept your financial aid award, pay your bill, check your grades, request a transcript and more.

Parking

View parking maps, buy your parking pass, and get updates about event parking. Motorist assistance is also available.

Student Health Insurance is required if you enroll for six or more credit hours. Eligible students are billed automatically for single coverage unless insurance is waived or dependent coverage is requested.