Waitlist FAQ

1. What is the advantage of enrolling to a waitlist?

   A waitlist is an electronic process that auto-enrolls students in closed classes as seats become available. This enables students to get into the classes they want without having to continuously check for possible openings. Waitlists operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so this process ensures that students who enroll sooner have a better chance of getting into a closed course.

2. Do all classes have a waitlist?

   Not all classes offer waitlists. Each college is responsible for determining if their class offerings should have a waitlist or not. If a waitlist is available, an orange triangle icon will appear next to the section in the Class Schedule. For courses with no waitlist available, you will need to check regularly for possible openings.

3. How many classes can I waitlist for?

   You may add yourself to any number of waitlists, but you will not be enrolled beyond the maximum number of hours allowed for that term.

4. What are my chances of being enrolled in a class with a waitlist?

   It depends on how currently enrolled students adjust their schedules and if they drop your requested class. When a student does enroll from the waitlist, the waitlist position numbers are re-sequenced, and you will see your position number change. You should monitor your progress on the waitlist, and if your position doesn't change significantly, you should consider other class options.

5. What if I decide that I no longer want to take a class that I have waitlisted?

   It is your responsibility to remove yourself from the waitlist. If you have been enrolled from the waitlist and do not wish to take the class, it is your responsibility to drop the class before the last day to drop. If you fail to do this, you will be fee liable for the class, and you will be graded.

6. Can a waitlist become closed for a course?

   There are a limited number of seats available for a waitlist, so if all positions are filled, you will be unable to add yourself to the list until a seat opens up.

7. What is the Swap Function?

   The Swap function allows you to swap a class you are currently enrolled in for a different one. If you are currently enrolled in a different section of the same course or in a class that has a time conflict with the waitlisted course, using the Swap feature will automatically replace the enrolled course with the desired waitlisted one when a seat becomes available.

8. How does the Swap Function work?

   1. From https://my.ucf.edu > Student Self Service > Student Center > Academics, choose ‘Enrollment: Swap’

      

   2. You may search for the new course by clicking the ‘search’ button, or if you know the class number you may enter it in the ‘Enter Class Nbr’ box.

      

   3. If the course is full, and is a Wait Listed course, you will need to check the ‘Wait list if class is full’ box and click ‘Next’.

      

   4. If you choose to be added to a wait list, you will get this page which allows you to opt in to receive text messages. Be sure to read the page below for more information. To opt in, check the box and click ‘ Continue’ , or if you don't want text messages, simply click ‘Cancel’.

      

   5. Review your swap. If it is correct, click ‘Finish Swapping’.

      

   6. View your results. If you asked to be placed on a wait list, your position number is displayed in the message.

      

9. Can I enroll in a class and waitlist a different section of the same class?

   Yes, and you should use the 'Swap' feature for this. It is important that you enroll in your second choice class and then waitlist the other section. If you waitlist a class first and then enroll in a different section, the system assumes you prefer the enrolled class over the waitlisted class and will remove you from the waitlist.

10. How often does the system check for open seats in waitlisted classes?

    Wait List auto-enrollment will run once a day until the week before classes start. During the first week of classes, it will run several times a day in expectation of students adjusting their schedules more frequently. Once the waitlist has processed all students on the waitlist, the class will move to open status if there are any open seats remaining.

11. I was in position number 1 on a waitlist; why wasn't I enrolled when a seat opened?

    The requirements to be moved from waitlisted to enrolled are the same as regular registration:

    • You will not be enrolled from the waitlist if you are already enrolled in another section of the same class (See Swap).

    • You will not be enrolled in a class if it conflicts in meeting times with another class in which you are enrolled (See Swap).

    • You will not be enrolled in more credit hours than permitted in that term.

    • You will not be enrolled if you have not met the prerequisites for that class.

    • You will not be enrolled if you have a registration hold, e.g., Financial Hold, Library Fines, etc.

12. Can I take myself off of a waitlist?

    Yes, you may remove yourself from a waitlist by following the same process as if you were going to drop a class.

13. What is the first day I can get on a waitlist

    Waitlists are only available once the class is full. For high-demand classes, this may be the first day of registration or, for other classes, as late as the last week.

14. When does a waitlist end?

    Waitlists end on the last date to Drop/Swap classes. The specific dates for each term can be found by referencing the current Academic Calendar (http://calendar.sdes.ucf.edu).

15. Will anything prevent me from getting on a waitlist?

    The requirements to be added to a waitlist are the same as regular registration:

    • You must have an enrollment appointment.

    • You must have met all the prerequisites for the class.

    • A waitlist must be available for that class.

    • You will not be able to waitlist if you have any registration holds.

16. If an enrolled student drops a full class and a seat opens, do waitlisted students get in first?

    Yes, the class will remain closed for standard registration until the waitlist has added or skipped all students on the waitlist. If open seats remain, the class will then open for standard registration.

17. Once I am on the waitlist, how do I get into the class?

    If seats become available and you meet all of the requirements, you will be added automatically to open seats based on how close to the top you are on the waitlist.

18. How do I find out if I was successfully enrolled in a waitlist class?

    If you are successfully enrolled from the waitlist, you will receive an email (and text message if you requested it) notifying you. Emails go to your Knights Email account. It is important that you monitor your Knights Email account daily.

19. Can I waitlist in more than one section of the same class?

    Yes, you can waitlist for multiple sections of the same class. If you have not already been enrolled in another section of the class, use the "add" enrollment action to add yourself to the waitlist for one or more sections of the class. If you are waitlisted for multiple sections, and get enrolled in one of them, you will be removed from the waitlists of the other section(s).

    If you have already been enrolled in another section of the class and you want to waitlist for another section, you will need to use the "swap" enrollment action (see FAQs #7 and #8)

20. Can I waitlist for a class that conflicts in meeting times with a class in which I'm already enrolled?

    Yes, you can waitlist for time-conflicted classes, but you will not be moved off of the waitlist until the time conflict has been resolved. For more information on how to successfully enroll in a waitlist with time-conflicted schedules, see information on the Swap function.

21. Can I remain on the waitlist after I have enrolled in the class?

    No, you will be removed from the waitlist for all sections of the class once you are successfully enrolled in one.

22. Where can I find my waitlist position number

    From https://my.ucf.edu > Student Self Service > Student Center, click on the dropdown for ‘other academics’ and click on ‘Class Schedule’. You will see which classes you are waitlisting and your position on the waitlist.

23. Can I see who else is on the waitlist for a class?

    No, you may only see your own position number.

24. Will having a hold on my account impact my ability to use the waitlist function?

    Yes, any type of hold that impacts registration will prohibit a student's ability to use the waitlist function.

25. If I have Financial Aid, how will the waitlist impact my award?

    Waitlisted classes do NOT count towards your enrolled hours. If your financial aid requires full-time enrollment, be sure you have enough credits without counting waitlisted classes.

Multiple Term Registration FAQ

1. 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 as of February 1 have declared a major and UCF GPA of 3.5 or higher will have the opportunity to register for the Spring term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

2. What semesters can I register for?

   As in the past, all students will be able to register for Summer and Fall terms at the same time. Students who as of February 1 have declared a major and UCF GPA of 3.5 or higher will have the opportunity to register for the Spring term at the same time as the Summer and Fall terms.

3. 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.

4. Will this keep me from getting the courses that I want in the Spring?

   • 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 schedule.

   • Seats in classes for the Spring semester will more than likely still be there when you register in October.

5. 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.

6. 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 College Advising Offices for contact information.

7. 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.

8. 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://calendar.sdes.ucf.edu

9. What if I change my major/minor?

   Meet with an advser 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 Drop/Swap and Add period for the upcoming term.

10. 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.

11. When will registration begin?

    • Please refer to the Academic Calendar for dates and times Registration will open for the upcoming terms.

    • 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. Please refer to the Academic Calendar for dates and times when these will become available.

12. 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.

    * Multiple Term Registration (MTR) allows all students to register for Summer and Fall terms at the same time. Students who as of February 1 have declared a major and UCF GPA of 3.5 or higher will have the opportunity to register for the Spring 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.

    Please refer to the Academic Calendar for dates and times when these will become available.

13. 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.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. 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 College Advising Offices for contact information.

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. 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.

20. 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://registrar.sdes.ucf.edu/forms/ or the Registrar's Office (161 Millican Hall.)

    • Consult with your academic adviser about enrolling in any transient course.

21. How do I know what advising office to go to?

    Please visit the College Advising Offices for contact information.

22. 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.

23. Will I be reminded of registration and fee payment deadlines?

    Email is the primary source of communication for UCF reminders, updates, and news.

    • Sign up for and regularly check your Knights email account (http://www.knightsemail.ucf.edu/)

    • Refer to the "Student Center" in your myUCF account.

24. 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.

25. 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.