New Student Course Registration
First-year students
After submitting the tuition deposit, first-year students can register for classes at Launch Day events starting in April.
Launch DayTransfer students
Transfer students who have paid their tuition deposit will be emailed a form to complete for registration.
International students
International students should review specific information regarding their registration process.
International StudentsHelpful registration tools
Registration process
- Set up your North Park network account before submitting the registration form.
- Pay your tuition deposit to register for classes.
- First-year students do not need a registration form before attending Launch Day, but if you can’t attend, contact your admissions recruiter after paying your tuition deposit.
- New students are advised to take 14-16 credits per semester (4-6 classes).
- Full-time students need at least 12 credits per semester to maintain financial aid.
- Your schedule will be based on your provided information, course availability, and intended major.
Transfer students
As a transfer student, ensure you’ve submitted all college transcripts to North Park for an official Academic Evaluation. Review your transfer course info and program requirements online via Student Planning in Self-Service. Contact Student Engagement if you have questions.
Also, check out the Transfer Students page and our transfer credit policies.
Understanding your academic evaluation
- Program: All new students start with a BA.UNDECLARED program. Declare your major after one semester.
- Catalog: Your program requirements are based on the catalog from your initial enrollment.
- Anticipated Completion Date: The standard completion time for a bachelor’s degree is four years, but this is not your actual graduation date.
- Program Summary: Your transfer credits, remaining credits, and transfer GPA will be displayed. You need 120 credits for a Bachelor’s degree.
- Program Requirements: Core curriculum and major courses are listed, along with transferred courses. For major-specific credits, you may need to submit a Transfer of Major Courses Form.
Exchange study abroad students
- Set up your network account and confirm your tuition deposit (if applicable) before registering.
- Submit the Exchange Student Registration Form sent to your email.
- Confirm that your courses at North Park will transfer to your home institution.
International students
International students, whether studying for a semester, a year, or completing a degree at North Park, should note the following details during the registration process.
Registration requirements
- International students must register for at least 12 academic credits each semester to maintain visa status.
- All international students must meet North Park’s English proficiency requirement and complete an exam upon arrival.
- Account balances must be paid at the start of each semester.
- Health insurance is required—contact North Park’s international recruiter for more info.
- Degree-seeking and exchange students will register accordingly.
- Exchange students should confirm that courses at North Park transfer to their home institution.
Definitions
- International student: A student from outside the U.S. on an F or J visa.
- Degree-seeking student: Plans to complete a full bachelor’s degree at North Park.
- Exchange and study abroad student: A visiting international student for one semester or year who will return home to complete their degree.