Registration is a continuous process at Penn State, beginning with the student's first day to register and continuing until the first day of classes for the semester. Once the semester begins, the process of changing the student's course schedule is referred to as dropping/adding courses. Before registering or making any registration changes consult with your academic adviser.
There are financial implications to consider when dropping a course. Tuition penalties may apply, and financial aid may be impacted. Students who receive financial aid are strongly encouraged to consult with the Office of Student Aid.
Dropping a Course During Regular Drop Period
The period of time at the start of each course, when dropping a course, can be made without receiving a $6 drop/add fee. Dropping a course during this time means the length of the drop period, during fall/spring, is calculated proportional to the length of the course(s). No signature(s) required, and no fee is incurred.
Process to Drop a Course During Regular Drop Period
There are two ways a student can drop a course:
In the LionPATH Student Center, click the "Enroll" link under Academics, and then choose the "Drop subtab" to drop a course.
In person using a Registration Drop/Add Form. Submit the form to the department offering the course, the advising center or the Registrar's Office, 610-648-3275.
Adding a Course During Regular Add Period
The period of time at the start of each course, when adding a course, can be made without a $6 drop/add fee.
The add period for the fall/spring semester is calculated proportional to the length of the course(s). No signature(s) required, and no fee is incurred.
Process to Add a Course During Regular Add Period
There are two ways a student can add a course:
Obtain the Class Number from the Schedule of Courses.
In the LionPATH Student Center, click the "Enroll" link under Academics, and then choose the "Add subtab" to add a course.
In person using a Registration Add Form. Submit the form to the department offering the course, the advising center or the Registrar's Office, 610-648-3275.