Registration & Advising
Registration
Monmouth students register for one semester at a time. Students register for fall courses typically in March or April of the preceding spring semester. Spring course registration takes place in October or November. Prior to registration, students should meet with their advisor to discuss course selection and obtain clearance for registration. Priority registration times for each student are assigned based on the number of current earned course credits.
Spring, May and Summer 2022 Registration Information
FAQs
- How does the wait list process work?
If you are able to get into a class for which you’ve been on the waitlist, you’ll be invited by the instructor to join the class and you’ll be notified via email. Log in to the Waitlist Processing program and accept or decline the invitation by a specified date or the invitation will expire and you’ll be removed from the waitlist.
- Where can I find the requirements for my major or minor?
Select the major or minor and then the “requirements” tab on that site to view requirement details. All requirements are also detailed in our academic catalog.
- What general education classes do I need to take?
The core curriculum site details core requirements all students must complete in addition to the requirements for their major.
- Will payment plans be available for summer session?
Payment plans will not be available for summer billing. Summer session bills are due June 1 for students registered by May 1. Students may be eligible for financial aid to help cover summer costs. Talk to the Office of Student Financial Planning to find out if any financial aid may be available to you.
- I’ve heard that core curriculum requirements will change. How do I know if summer classes will count?
All courses taught by Monmouth faculty for Summer 2021 will satisfy both existing core curriculum requirements and requirements for the new curriculum, which rolls out in the 2022-23 academic year. Talk to your academic advisor or the Registrar’s Office if you have questions about what classes you need.
- How will I get my textbooks for summer classes?
Students on campus in Spring 2021 may pick up their textbooks before they leave for the summer – if they are registered for summer courses on or before May 1. Students who need textbooks mailed to them should contact the Business Office at busoffc@monmouthcollege.edu or 309-457-2124.
- How does the wait list process work?
If you are able to get into a class for which you’ve been on the waitlist, you’ll be invited by the instructor to join the class and you’ll be notified via email. Log in to the Waitlist Processing program and accept or decline the invitation by a specified date or the invitation will expire and you’ll be removed from the waitlist.
- Where can I find the requirements for my major or minor?
Select the major or minor and then the “requirements” tab on that site to view requirement details. All requirements are also detailed in our academic catalog.
- What general education classes do I need to take?
The core curriculum site details core requirements all students must complete in addition to the requirements for their major.
- How do I register for classes?
A few weeks before registration opens for a new semester, students will receive a time and date after which they will be eligible to register. Before you can register, you must receive registration clearance from your advisor, so be sure you’ve met or talked with them in advance of your assigned time. Course registration happens online. Be sure to review the course schedule in advance to decide what classes you plan to take.
- Where can I find the course schedule?
A searchable course schedule can be found here. Search courses by department or term.
Advising
Students plan their academic program in partnership with a faculty advisor who provides advice about courses and other co-curricular opportunities. Advisors help students plan and navigate degree completion, and provide guidance regarding educational goals. While their faculty advisor or advisors are a student’s primary source of information, our office is also available to answer questions regarding your degree completion plan.
Choosing an advisor
Introduction to Liberal Arts (ILA) instructors serve as academic advisors for first-year students. After a student’s first semester at Monmouth, they are encouraged to formally declare an advisor within their major area of study. Students can choose which faculty member from their major they think might be a best fit, or our office can help recommend an advisor if they are not sure.
Students with double majors may have an advisor in each discipline. Students should complete the Declaration of Advisor form.
Declaring a major
It is important that our office has the most up-to-date information regarding students’ majors so our team, advisors and students can track progress to degree effectively. To declare a new or additional major, complete the Declaration of Major form. Many first-year students begin without a declared major. Our majors quiz can help with exploration, and advisors in the Wackerle Center for Career, Leadership & Fellowships also support students exploring major options.
Students planning to pursue a pre-professional program – such as pre-law, pre-med, physical therapy, occupational therapy, veterinary medicine, – or a 3-2 program in atmospheric science or engineering must also complete an additional form.