Registration Errors
Below is a common list of registration errors that students experience. Most error messages are self-explanatory, but if you have any questions, you can reach out the registrar's office by emailing [email protected], calling 871-2123, or stopping in at the Student Service Center in Seidlin Hall.
| Registration Error | Explanation | Action to Take |
|---|---|---|
| Closed - Waitlist Full | The class is closed and the waitlist has maxed out. | Since the class and the waitlist are full, the best course of action is to work with your advisor to choose another course. |
| Closed - XXX Waitlisted | The number of available seats is zero and there are students on the waitlist. The number already on the waitlist is indicated using three digits instead of "XXX".For example, "006 WAITLISTED" = 6 students on the waitlist. | You can waitlist yourself, if desired, by clicking "Submit" when the "Waitlisted" option appears in the dropdown, or select a different course or section. If you do not "Submit" when given the choice to waitlist, you will not be on the Waitlist. |
| Closed Section | There are no available seats in the class and there is not a waitlist available. | You will either need to find another course to register for or work with the instructor about a capacity override. |
| Corequisite ___ is required | You need to take both courses at the same time. Typically seen in Lecture and Lab courses | You will need to register or drop for both classes at the same time. |
| Dean's Permission required | You need to have approval from the Dean of that college in order to register. | You will need to contact the Dean's office either via email or in person to inquire about receiving the override to allow you into the course. |
| Financial responsibility | This means you have not yet submitted your financial responsibility statement. | In the left hand corner, go to the student services tab and the very last link will say "Financial Responsibility Statement" click on that link to read through and submit the statement. Once submitted, the hold will remove automatically. |
| Instructor's Permission required | You need to have approval from the instructor of the course in order to register. | You will need to contact this instructor either via email or in person to inquire about receiving the override to allow you into the course. |
| Maximum Hours Exceeded | This means you're attempting to go over the maximum credit hour. | If you wish to go over the maximum, you'll need to receive your deans' permission in person via the form on the website or in the Student Service Center. Keep in mind that this may incur costs on your student account. |
| Not Permitted at this Time | You are attempting to register for classes before the first day you're able to, or you're trying to register between the hours of Midnight and 8 a.m. |
Double check your class standing and what day registration opens and wait to register between 8:00 am and 11:59 pm that day. |
| Restricted to students in a particular AU College/School. | This course is restricted to students in a college or school other than yours. |
Check the "Detailed Class Information" to see what restrictions are in place. Contact the instructor to request a "College/School" override or choose another course. |
| Restricted to students in specified Majors(s) or Minor(s) | This course is restricted to students in a major or minor other than yours. |
Check the "Detailed Class Information" to see what restrictions are in place. Contact the instructor to request a "Major or Minor" override or choose another course. |
| Restricted to students with a specified class standing (FR/SO/JR/SR) | There is a "class restriction" (FR, SO, JR, SR) on the course preventing your registration. |
Check the "Detailed Class Information" to see what restrictions are in place. Contact the instructor to request a "Class Standing" override or choose another course. |
| Time conflict | The class you are trying to register for intersect with another course you've already registered for |
You can either find another section of the course that does not have a conflict or you can work with the instructor of the latter class to inquire about an override |
| You lack a prerequisite | One or more classes need to be successfully completed before registering for this class. |
You will either need to take the prerequisite course(s) instead or reach out the instructor to inquire about an override. |
If you run into any issues, feel free to reach to the Registrar's office or checking out our How-To Videos