Register for Classes

To register for classes, plan your schedule and more, follow the steps below. 

1) Utilize the Course Planner Options within the Student Hub – for planning and tracking degree progress. Carefully review the list of available courses and when they’re offered.

2) Identify registration dates for the upcoming semester. You can access the “Research & Graduate Studies” Academic Calendar available via the Registrar’s Office.

3) Confirm your enrollment appointment in my.SMU under “Manage Classes” or view your total credits under your unofficial transcript. Registration is done via credit-based tiers. The tiers are based on credits completed as well as those currently in progress.

4) Make sure to contact Financial Aid, Bursar’s Office, VA department or your employer to confirm all financing for the upcoming term. As a reminder, if you receive federal aid, you should submit a new FAFSA application prior to the Fall term of each year. 

  • Tuition typically bills to your account 24-48 hours after you register and payment will be due on the first day of classes.

5) Clear any holds on your account that would prevent registration. To view your holds, follow the instructions below:

  • Log into my.SMU.edu.
  • Navigate to the ‘Tasks’ box to view any holds on your account.
  • Use the codes below to determine your hold and the appropriate action.
    • SFO – Clear your Rights & Responsibilities hold in my.SMU. *This agreement must be signed every term.
    • SRK, SRP – Update your personal information
    • SFA, UBR, SFH – Contact the Bursar’s Office to clear any financial holds
    • SRA – Contact your Student Success Advisor if you have an advising hold

6) Review the resources available as you select your upcoming courses.

7) Upload an ID Photo for class roster and identification purposes.

  • Login here.
  • Click on “Submit ID Photo” on the left-hand side.

8) Capstone: Please remember that in order to register for Capstone, you are expected to have completed at least 19.5 credits and be in your final two terms of the program. 

  • Capstone A and B must be taken consecutively, otherwise Capstone A must be repeated. 
  • Additionally, Capstone projects are completed in groups of two to give students more autonomy over their projects. It is never too early to consider project ideas and partners.

9) Schedule time with your Student Success Advisor to discuss course planning and leveraging your resources.

Registration FAQ

What time zone are the course listings in?

  • All course listings are in Central Time (CST). Students in other time zones should convert the time zone to their respective location to identify the time of the live session.

How do I know if a class has prerequisites/enrollment requirements?

  • Prerequisites are listed in the course catalog for each course. It is important to review each course prerequisites prior to registering to understand how course sequencing will impact your educational career here at SMU.

If a section is full, is there a waitlist available? 

  • Course enrollment is on a first come, first serve basis. While there is no official waitlist, if you are unable to enroll in a course due to capacity being reached, please email your interest to enroll in a specific course to your Student Success Advisor and continue checking back for a seat to open. 
  • Please ensure to register as soon as your registration tier is active.

Can I contact the professor to get on a waitlist?

  • No. It is department policy that students do not contact the listed professor to inquire about joining their class. Please see the above question for guidance on next steps.

Can Student Success confirm that my schedule is correct?

  • Yes! Student Success has a 24-hour delay in viewing schedules. Once schedules are processed, your Student Success Advisor is happy to confirm if a registration is correct.

Which textbooks will I need for class?

What should I do if I won’t be registering for the upcoming term and would like to pursue a Leave of Absence?

  • Schedule a meeting with your Student Success Advisor to discuss next steps. Prior to your conversation with them, begin reviewing the LOA Checklist.