Class registration processes vary by program. Most students self-register using Workday, while other students in highly structured programs may be administratively registered.
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Workday Student is Live
Visit the Workday@WashU website for essential tasks, setup, tutorials, and troubleshooting guides.
Registration Policies & Procedures
It’s important to understand the university’s registration policies and procedures and how they affect your ability to register, and/or respond to any questions you may have, pre- or post-registration.
Regardless of method, students are responsible for knowing their program’s specific academic policies and requirements to maintain eligibility to enroll.
Students should familiarize themselves with course numbers and how they correspond to program levels, as well as the codes used on courses to denote the areas taught and the departments and units offering them.
Academic Advising
We consider advising to be an important part of a student’s educational experience. Most students are therefore required to meet with their academic advisor prior to registration each semester.
Class Schedule
Check class listings, dates and times, availability and build your schedule with the university’s online class schedule.
Registration Hold Types
Holds on a student’s record prevents the completion of certain activities, such as registration. Visit the Registration Holds page for a guide which includes the definitions of different types of holds, and how to resolve them.
Prior to their registration, students must check for holds and how to resolve them in Workday.
Registration Tips for Students
Know Important Dates
Check the registration schedule to verify the date on which registration will begin, visit the academic calendar for registration deadlines.
Make an Appointment
Many programs require advising before registration. Make an appointment with your advisor/s well in advance of the start of registration.
Consulting with advisors is also helpful to navigate the curriculum and stay on track toward graduation.
Design Your Schedule
Students with declared programs should verify what requirements they still have to meet and plan their schedule to account for requirements and any electives they wish to pursue.
The Inter-University Exchange Program
Washington University participates in a consortium agreement with St. Louis University and the University of Missouri-St. Louis to facilitate certain types of course enrollment.