REGISTRATION
Procedures students must follow prior to registration are determined according to their educational goal on the Admission Application.

Students who have been continuously enrolled will receive an appointment to register by email or mail. Registration can be done on or after the registration appointment date.

New students who intend to earn an Associate degree, transfer to a four-year college or university, earn a certificate from a vocational program, discover career interests/prepare for a new career, improve basic skills in English, reading or math, and those students who are undecided about their goal are expected to:

• take the Math and English assessment tests

• attend an orientation

• attend a counseling session to begin development of a Student Educational Plan (SEP).

New students who wish to take courses for personal enrichment, improve present job skills, satisfy requirements for another educational institution, or who have already earned an Associate or higher degree may avail themselves of the services listed above but are not required to do so.

Registration is conducted through WebSMART to enroll in classes, add and/or drop classes, access final grades, and pay any college-related fees. When admissions requirements have been completed along with assessment testing, orientation and counseling, if applicable, complete instructions are provided, including a District issued User ID and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) which allows access to WebSMART. All registration functions may also be done in person in the Admissions and Records Office if needed. Students should consult the current Class Schedule for registration details and deadlines.

CHOOSING YOUR CLASSES
Students who have completed the Placement Tests and Orientation Program will receive assistance from a counselor in reviewing assessment results, exploring educational goals and selecting appropriate courses. Through the counseling process, students will learn about course prerequisites and about the required courses for a certificate, degree, to transfer, or to meet career goals. Students will be shown how to use the Class Schedule and College Catalog to plan courses. Counseling appointments may be made in the One-Stop Student Services Center, Building 2, or by calling (650) 738-4317.
Selecting Classes

ASSESSMENT TESTS
Assessment tests are designed to assess a student’s skills in reading, English and mathematics. The results of the tests, along with other criteria, are used to determine appropriate English and mathematics courses that a student may take. Assessment tests in English or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and mathematics are given to all new matriculating students. Assessment tests are required to enroll in any English, English for Speakers of Other Languages, and/or mathematics course and any course that has an English or mathematics prerequisite. Assessment tests are also recommended for students pursuing associate degree and university-level courses.

Certain students may have met this matriculation requirement:
1. Students who have taken the Assessment Tests at Skyline College, College of San Mateo or Canada College within the last two years and the test results are available.
2. Students who have taken a placement test at another California Community College within the last two years and have had a counselor review this assessment information.
3. Students who have completed coursework in English or mathematics with grades of "C" or better and have had a counselor review their transcript.
4. Students who have completed the College Board Advanced Placement Test (AP) in English Language or in English Literature with a score of 3, 4 or 5 or the College Board Advanced Placement Test in Mathematics with a score of 3, 4 or 5.

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Note: Any student who needs assistance in taking the assessment tests because of a physical, hearing, visual or learning limitation should call Disabled Students Program and Services (738-4280) at least one week prior to the test date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Assessment

Orientation
The purpose of orientation is to provide essential information about registration procedures, college policies, student services, academic expectations, and information about how to accomplish educational goals. Students may select to complete the orientation program in-person or online. For further information about the Orientation Programs, see Orientation.

UNITS OF CREDIT
A ''unit'' of credit represents attendance for one class hour per week, throughout one semester, in lecture or recitation with some preparation time required outside of class, or three hours in laboratory or other exercises not requiring homework for preparation or an equivalent combination.

Students planning to complete their Associate degree in two years will usually enroll in 15-16 units per semester. A minimal full-time class load is 12 units per semester. A schedule of 15 college units assumes that the average student will devote approximately 45 hours per week to class attendance and preparation.
Units

UNIT LOAD LIMITATION
The combination of work hours and class hours should be carefully considered when completing a Student Educational Plan. No student may take more than 19 units in each of the fall and spring semesters or 12 units (more than 9 upon request) in summer session without the special approval of a counselor or the Dean of Counseling. This unit limitation is inclusive of all courses in the day, evening, or weekend program, or at another college or university.

A program of 12 units or more is considered full-time in establishing eligibility for athletics, financial aid, International Student visas, Veterans benefits, and most other benefits which are dependent upon full-time enrollment status for maximum benefits. Some programs pro-rate benefits based on a reduced unit load. Students should check with their program coordinator for specific unit requirements.

Enrollment status is defined as follows: Full-time = 12+ units; three-quarter time = 9-11 units; half-time = 6-8 units; and less than half-time = .5-5.5 units.

EDUCATIONAL PLANNING
Students enrolling at Skyline College should plan a program of study that will meet their educational goals by consulting with a counselor early in the educational process to develop an individual Student Educational Plan (SEP). The objective may be to transfer to a four-year college or university. Depending on the program followed, transfer students may also receive an Associate in Arts or Science degree from Skyline College. Students may qualify to enter an occupational field after completing a Certificate or Associate in Arts or Science Degree Program.

If, in the course of enrollment at Skyline College, students find it advisable to change their program of study, they should consult a counselor. Students should be aware that any changes may result in extending the time necessary to fulfill all program requirements. Students have the ultimate responsibility for planning their programs.
Educational Goals

TRANSFER OF CREDIT
Students expecting to transfer to an accredited four-year college or university can complete the first two years of their course work at Skyline College. The student may decide to spend more than two years at Skyline College or to transfer to a four-year institution with less than junior standing. It is important to consult with a counselor in order to arrange a program that will meet the requirements for transfer to the institution of the student’s choice. Transfer information is also available in the Transfer Opportunity and Career Center, Building 2, Room 2227, by calling 738-4232, or by accessing www.assist.org.

Students should make an early choice of a transfer college to begin satisfying all requirements as soon as possible. Students unable to make this decision upon entering Skyline College may elect to follow the requirements shown in the curricula of the California State Universities and Colleges or the University of California. Private or independent colleges and universities have their own requirements and should be contacted directly.
Transfer Center

PROGRAM CHANGES
Prior to the beginning of the semester or summer session and throughout the Late Registration period, program changes are completed using WebSMART. All program changes are the responsibility of the student. A student who
is registered in a course and stops attending will not be automatically withdrawn and may receive a penalty grade. It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw following prescribed procedures and timelines as published in the Class Schedule. Students should review the class schedule summary on WebSMART or check with the Admissions and Records Office for specific deadline dates for short courses and summer session classes. Refer to “Withdrawal from Classes.”

ATTENDANCE AT FIRST CLASS MEETING
Students who register for a class but do not attend the first class meeting may be replaced by other students. It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw following established procedures and timelines published in the Class Schedule.
Attendance Regulations

AUDITING OF COURSES
In compliance with State regulations, Skyline College has identified certain courses that may be audited. To register in a course as an auditor, the student must have taken the course on a credit basis for the maximum times allowable. An auditor may register only after the Late Registration period has concluded with the professor’s signature on an Audit Petition form and on a space available basis. A $15 per unit fee (subject to change), the Health Services Fee, the Student Representation Fee, the Student Body Fee, and the Student Union Fee will be charged at the time of enrollment. Students enrolled in 10 units or more for credit can audit up to 3 units free. Students enrolling as auditors in variable unit classes must enroll in the maximum number of units available for a course. Auditable courses are listed in the Class Schedule each term.

VARIABLE UNIT COURSES
Some courses are offered for variable units that are earned according to the amount of subject matter the student completes during the length of the course. When registering for a variable unit course, students should enroll in the number of units they plan to complete. There will be no refunds for units not earned. Students earning additional units will be charged accordingly.

OPEN CLASSES
It is the policy of this District that, unless specifically exempted by statute, every course, course section or class shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any person who has been admitted to the college(s) and who meets the prerequisites of the course, provided space is available. The policy is established pursuant to Chapter 11, Division 2, Part VI of Title 5 of the California Administrative Code, commencing with Section 51820. Enrollment may be limited in some courses due to space and equipment constraints.

REMEDIAL COURSEWORK LIMIT
No student shall receive more than 30 semester units of credit for remedial/basic skills coursework. Any student who can show significant progress toward the development of skills appropriate to his/her college enrollment may obtain a waiver of this limitation. Students enrolled in ESL courses or those with learning disabilities are exempt from this limitation.