{"id":2172,"date":"2021-04-07T10:15:02","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T14:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.syr.edu\/the-peel\/?p=2172"},"modified":"2021-04-07T13:18:11","modified_gmt":"2021-04-07T17:18:11","slug":"class-registration-tips-and-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.syr.edu\/the-peel\/2021\/04\/07\/class-registration-tips-and-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Class Registration Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"
Each semester, lots of students can easily get confused about their class registration. They may have tons of questions and concerns before the registration date. This article will give you the basic information about registering for classes and some tips to help you succeed!<\/p>\n
Your advisors are always the best option to ask for any registration questions. They may give you better option of selecting the class or providing you some hints. Also you must meet your advisor to replace your Advising Hold before registration!<\/p>\n
Tip: Ask your advisors if they have some recommended courses.<\/p>\n
Check your \u201cDegree Works\u201d via MySlice! It will give you an overview of all your courses and major requirements. You can design your own class schedule by using Schedule Builder in MySlice to avoid class time conflict in advance.<\/p>\n
Tip: Make sure you have a second and third option for some classes, as well as the recitation\/discussion sessions, in case you can\u2019t get your first selection.<\/p>\n
Go to your MySlice, then select \u201cEnrollment.\u201d From there, select \u201cView My Enrollment Date\u201d and check your registration date and exact time. Enroll in the classes once the portal opens for you. Spots can fill really fast since lots of students are enrolling at the same time.<\/p>\n
Tip: Add all courses in your shopping cart beforehand. Refresh the page once the registration time arrive and hit enroll quickly.<\/p>\n
Most four-year degree programs require 120-128 credits. While the minimum credit hours required per semester is 12, on average, you need 15 credits to graduate in four years. Outside of graduating on time, taking 15 credits can bring you lots of advantages:<\/p>\n