Registration > Open University for CSUN Alum - Fall Open University Knowledge Center

Open University allows former CSUN students the ability to enroll in CSUN's Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Winter Session and Summer Sessions.

CSUN Alum

If you are a recent graduate or alumni of CSUN, you are eligible to enroll in courses through Open University.

Note that matriculated CSUN students have enrollment priority. Therefore, enrollment is on a space available basis only.

How to Get Started

Former CSUN Students will not need to create a new account. To enroll, you will log into myNorthridge Portal, and use your CSUN user ID and password.  If you need help accessing your account, please contact CSUN IT for assistance.

Class Search

To search for classes, visit the CSUN Class Search page.

Prerequisites

A prerequisite is a course or condition that must be completed/met prior to enrollment in another specified course.

Permission Numbers

All Open University students are required to obtain and use a permission number to enroll themselves in any course on a space available basis. Helpful tip: Look for sections that have open seats and request permission numbers for alternate sections.

To request a permission number, follow the steps below:

• Based upon your selected class, note the department in which it is being offered
• Email the department using the Department Directory
  • Introduce yourself as a CSUN Alum in the subject line
  • Include the class number and information (ex: ART 100 #12345)
  • If there is a prerequisite for the course, include a copy of your unofficial transcript.

If you receive a permission number, follow the How To Register and Enroll in Classes steps.

Wait List

The CSUN wait list feature is not available for Open University students. This feature is only designed for current CSUN students.

Enrollment Requirements

Maximum Unit Load:

• Undergraduate Students: 13 units
• Graduate Students: 19 units

Students in good standing may request additional units over the Fall and Spring maximum unit load, by completing the Extra Unit Authorization form.

However, this form is strictly limited at this time, and will only be processed when Nonrestrictive Registration begins (see Registration Calendar).

U.S. Military Veterans or Service Members

If you are a U.S. Military Veteran or a Service Member, please contact the CSUN Veterans Affairs Office at (818) 677-5928 or email veteransmail@csun.edu.

Important:

• CSUN students who are currently admitted and enrolled in a degree or certificate program are not eligible to enroll in courses through Open University.
• Only those who are not currently admitted and enrolled in a degree or certificate program at CSUN, are eligible.
• The Open University program cannot serve disqualified CSUN international students who require an I-20 to reenter or remain in the U.S.