Multiple Term Registration

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Multiple Term Registration?

Multiple Term Registration (MTR) allows all students to register for summer and fall terms at the same time.
Students who have declared a major and have a 3.5 UCF GPA or better as of March 1, as well as students in certain groups, will have the opportunity to register for the Spring 2008 term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

Q: What’s happening with Multiple Term Registration?

Multiple Term Registration as we know it is being revised. As in the past, all students will be able to register for summer and fall terms. Students who have declared a major and have a 3.5 UCF GPA or better as of March 1, as well as students in certain groups, will have the opportunity to register for the Spring 2008 term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

Q: Why was the change made?

• Students were concerned about having to register so far in advance, changes in their life that might affect their spring schedule, having to plan job schedules far in advance, and classes for the spring filling up in April.
• Advisers and administrators were concerned that many students were not going for proper advising during the school year, and with the number of students who were signing up for the same course in up to three different terms.
• So that you would get to know your Academic Adviser. Contact your Academic Adviser to plan ahead for the summer, fall, and spring terms.

Q: What semesters can I register for?

As in the past, all students will be able to register for summer and fall terms. Students who have declared a major and have a 3.5 UCF GPA or better as of March 1, as well as students in certain groups, will have the opportunity to register for the Spring 2008 term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

Q: I have a 3.5 overall with my transfer courses, am I eligible for 3 term registration?

Those students with a 3.5 GPA or better in courses taken at UCF can register for 3 terms. Transfer course are not included.

Q: Will this keep me from getting the courses that I want in the spring of 2008?

• Most likely not; only about 15% of UCF students will be able to register for 3 terms at once.
• Colleges will have a better chance to monitor seats in classes for the spring semester. If they see that seats in a particular class are going quickly, this will give them the chance to add more seats or another section of that class before October.
• You can still view Spring semester and can make plans for your Spring 2008 schedule.
• Seats in classes for the Spring semester will more than likely still be there when you register in October.

Q: I’m a Graduate Student. Does this affect me?

This does not affect Graduate Students. Nothing will change from past semesters for graduate students. See your adviser or Graduate Studies for more information.

Q: Who can I talk to about MTR?

You should speak with your academic adviser. They will have the most up-to-date information.
Please visit the Contacts page of this section for contact information for all advising offices.

Q: Do I have to see my adviser every semester?

You are strongly encouraged to seek advising every semester. This assures you are still on track for your degree plan and is an opportunity to discuss your current classes. Please visit the Contacts page of this section for contact information for all advising offices.

Q: Do I have to pay for all my courses at once?

No, each term has a separate fee payment deadline. You can find the deadlines on the academic calendars at http://www.registrar.sdes.ucf.edu/calendar

Q: What if I change my major/minor?

Meet with an adviser for the new major. You will want to obtain a "Degree Audit" after your major/minor has been changed and make appropriate changes to your schedule through the add/drop period for the upcoming term.

Q: What if I get a job that conflicts with my current registration?

Once registered, you can continue to adjust your schedule online until the end of the first week of classes for each term. Don’t forget to consult your adviser when making changes to your schedule.

Q: When will registration begin?

• Registration will open on March 26th.
• Log onto https://my.ucf.edu and go to the “Student Center” under “Student Self Service.”
• Click into your “Enrollment Appointment” box to view the day and time you can begin enrollment. This will be available on March 5.

Q: Can students register for any semester or do I have to register for Summer first, then Fall, and then Spring?

Register for the Summer term first, then the Fall term, and then the Spring term*. This will help you meet any requirements needed for the later term.

Q: Can students use a course registered for in an earlier semester to meet the prerequisites for courses registered for in the future?

Yes, but if the prerequisite course is dropped, students may be dropped from the future course.

Q: What if I fail a course or receive an incomplete in a course that is a prerequisite for a future course?

If the minimum grade is not earned in the course, then you do not meet the requirements for the future course. You will need to notify your academic adviser and discuss options.

Q: What happens if I am dropped for non-payment?

Your courses will be dropped from the current AND any future term registrations. For example, if you are dropped for non-payment from your summer courses, you will be dropped from you fall and spring courses as well.

Q: What if I am having trouble getting into a class?

Go to your college advising office or your adviser to discuss options. Please visit the Contacts page of this section for contact information for all advising offices.

Q: I am a senior and I want to take a graduate class, how do I register for that?

Check with your adviser to determine if you are eligible to register for the graduate class.

Q: If I don't know my work schedule for future terms, should I register for classes now?

Discuss this situation with your academic adviser to determine if certain courses are only offered during a particular term. Work with your adviser to create a road map and plan ahead for the classes that you need. You can then register and attempt to plan your work schedule around these classes.

Q: I see a class in schedule but it is closed and no one is enrolled. How can I get registered for it?

You should check with the department that offers the course as to the options for enrolling into the course.

Q: I am going to take a course at another institution that will fulfill the prerequisite for a course in a later term. How can I get registered for a course in the later term?

You need to complete a transient form.

• For courses taken at Florida community colleges and universities you can complete the transient form online at http://www.facts.org
• For courses taken at private colleges and universities, and all out-of-state schools, you must complete the paper form. The form is available at http://www.registrar.ucf.edu/forms-main.html or the Registrar's Office (161 Millican Hall.)
• Consult with your academic adviser about enrolling in any transient course.

Q: How do I know what advising office to go to?

Please visit the Contacts page of this section for contact information for all advising offices.

Q: Can my adviser register me?

While your adviser can help you choose what classes are best for you, you need to register online at https://my.ucf.edu.

Q: Will I be reminded of registration and fee payment deadlines?

E-mail is the primary source of communication for UCF reminders, updates, and news.

• Keep your email address updated on your myUCF account.
• Refer to the “Student Center” in your myUCF account.

Q: If I register for a class and it gets cancelled, how will I find out?

You should periodically check your class schedule to ensure that you are still registered for the classes you originally enrolled in. Check with the department offering the course if you have any questions.

Q: I'm supposed to graduate next term. How come I can enroll for two more terms after that?

All students will see Multiple Term Registration even if they are only registering for one or two more terms in order to graduate. You are only required to enroll for the necessary terms.

*With MULTIPLE TERM REGISTRATION most students can plan ahead and be able to register for the Spring 2008 term in October. However, students who have declared a major and have a 3.5 UCF GPA or better as of March 1, as well as students in certain groups, will have the opportunity to register for the Spring 2008 term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

Click into your “Enrollment Appointment” box to view the semesters that you can enroll in and the days and times you can begin enrollment.

This will be available on March 5.