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Prerequisites

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

• For former CSUN students, SOLAR determines if the student meets the prerequisite requirements.
• Visiting students are required to obtain a permission number to register for classes, regardless of whether there is a prerequisite.

Permission Numbers

Visiting students are required to obtain a Permission Number in order to register for classes. To obtain a Permission Number, students should follow these steps:

1. Review the class notes of the course for any department specific process. Follow the listed process accordingly.
2. Contact the course instructor via email to request a permission number or to inform the instructor you will be following the department process to receive a permission number. Include the following info in your email:
   • Your full name
   • Student ID (optional)
   • Course number and title (i.e., “MATH 102 - College Algebra”)
   • Provide proof of how you have met the prerequisite requirement:
     • For example, you may send an unofficial copy of your transcript and/or links to descriptions of the relevant course(s) taken at your home institution, or a brief explanation of your readiness.
     • This process varies depending on the department.
   • Suggested subject line: “MATH 102 Permission Number for Fall 2020”
3. Attend the first class meeting of the course to revisit the request for a permission number and stay on top of any relevant coursework.

A list of department chairs can be found on the Contact Us page.

Registration Timeline

Details regarding Open University registration period, add/drop classes, grades, refunds and late enrollment can be found below.

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Please note:

• After Open University registration ends, "swapping” will no longer be accepted.
• Although dropping a course protects your academic record, there is no refund available after Friday, September 11, 2020. See Refunds for more information.
• For the “W” grade definition, see Administrative Grading Symbols.

Open University Add/Drop Chart and Refund Schedule