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Education

Registration

Search class offerings

Search available classes by term, subject, course number or keyword using the course schedule. View class times, locations, instructors and availability before registering. 

How to add classes

You can register for most classes in Student Self-Service. 

  1. Log in to Student Self-Service.
  2. On the Student Services dashboard under Registration, select Add/drop class and follow the prompts. 

Note: For classes that require written permission, you must complete the registration with permission form. For individualized classes you will need to check with your program.

Variable credit classes

If you're registering for a variable credit class such as thesis, research or practicum, you must complete one additional step after you add the class in Student Self-Service to select the correct number of credits.

  • Log in to Student Self-Service.
  • Select the Schedule and Options tab.
  • In the Hours column, select the number shown.
  • Enter the correct number of credits.
  • Select Submit to update your registration.

It is your responsibility to make sure you are registered for the correct number of credits before the add deadline. 

How to drop or withdraw from classes

 Before the last day to drop classes (found on the academic calendar), you can drop classes in Student Self-Service. When you drop a class, it is removed from your record and will not show up on your transcript. You will receive a full refund.

  1. Log in to Student Self-Service.
  2. On the Student Services dashboard under Registration, select Add/drop class and follow the prompts.

If you have trouble dropping your course online, email regohsu@ohsu.edu or submit a drop form. Only use this form if you are unable to drop your course in Student Self-Service.

Between the last day to drop and the withdrawal deadline (found on the academic calendar), you can withdraw from classes using the course withdrawal form. When you withdraw from a class, it will remain on your transcript with a grade of W (withdrawn), WP (withdrawn passing), or WNP (withdrawn not passing), depending on the date of the withdrawal and your progress in the class. You may receive a partial refund, depending on the date of the withdrawal.

How to remove a registration hold on your account

A registration hold prevents you from registering for classes until you complete the required action. Most registration holds are due to an unpaid balance or an incomplete compliance requirement. 

Unpaid balance or incomplete compliance requirement 

Action item holds 

Action item holds are displayed in the Student Self-Service portal. Follow the steps below to view any action items in your account. If you complete all action items and have confirmed you don’t have an unpaid balance or incomplete compliance requirement, email regohsu@ohsu.edu for help. 

  1. Log in to Student Self-Service.
  2. Under Personal Information & User Account, select Complete Outstanding Action Items.
  3. You will see both completed and incomplete action items. The prohibited symbol (red circle with a slash) indicates that you must complete the item before you can register for classes.
  4. Select an item to expand it, then click on the underlined title. Directions will appear.
  5. Follow the directions and select Save to record your response and complete the item.

Other holds

Other holds are displayed in the Student Self-Service portal. Review the hold details (type and reason) and take the appropriate action. If you still have questions, email regohsu@ohsu.edu. 

Request a leave of absence, withdrawal from the university or medical leave

How to access Brightspace

Brightspace is an online tool used to support learning in many OHSU courses. When you register for a class, you are automatically added to the Brightspace course site but you may need to wait up to 24 hours to log in.

PSU Joint Campus registration

Admitted graduate students at OHSU may take specific approved graduate courses offered by Portland State University. View courses approved for Joint Campus registration and use the Joint Campus registration form to register.  

Note: To be enrolled in these courses, you must have permission from both the instructor of the PSU course and your academic program.  

Non-degree registration

If you would like to take a course at OHSU without being admitted, use the following non-degree registration process. 

Requirements and cost 

You will need written permission from the program offering the class to enroll. There is no application fee for non-degree enrollment. 

  • Financial responsibility: Non-degree students pay the same tuition as admitted students. Find program-specific information on tuition, fees and refunds.
  • Course credit: Limited to six credits or fewer per term.
  • Degree or certificate completion: You cannot earn a degree or certificate unless you are admitted into a program. Each program determines if coursework taken as a non-degree student can count toward a degree or certificate. 

Apply for non-degree enrollment 

  1. Contact the department offering the class and request that they:
    1. Initiate the onboarding process
    2. Provide written permission to enroll in the specific class desired
  2. Complete the online application for non-degree enrollment and:
    1. Upload the instructor’s written permission to take the class
    2. List the name and email of your department or program contact
  3. Upon confirmation you have been registered (which takes between five and seven business days):
    1. Complete and pay for a background check. Instructions will be emailed to your personal/OHSU email address.
    2. Pay your tuition and fees online in Student Self-Service.
    3. Submit any required waivers if you have medical or dental insurance and want to opt out of the Student Health Insurance Plan.