Dear OWU Families, Registration for the Summer and Fall 2026 semesters is fast approaching! You can play a vital role in helping your student stay on track by encouraging them to prepare early. While course schedules are visible on Self-Service as of February 26, the registration process moves in stages:
- Pre-Registration opens on Wednesday, March 4. (Students can begin adding courses to their online carts.)
- Registration windows open based on completed OWU units (this does not include units currently in progress):
- Senior Registration (23+ units completed): Opens Monday, March 23 at 7am
- Junior Registration (15–22.99 units completed): Opens Monday, March 30 at 7am
- Sophomore Registration (7–14.99 units completed): Opens Monday, April 6 at 7am
- Freshman Registration (0–6.99 units completed): Opens Monday, April 13 at 7am
Three Ways to Help Your Student Prepare To ensure a smooth registration experience, you might ask your student if they have completed these essential steps:
- Meet with their Faculty Advisor: This is the most critical step. Students must meet with their faculty advisor to discuss their plan and get authorized to register.
- Check for Holds: Students should check their Self-Service account for any financial aid, student accounts, or administrative holds that might prevent them from registering when the window opens on their assigned day.
- Build a Cart: Encourage them to select primary courses in their online cart before their window opens, and to have a few backup courses in mind just in case first-choice selections are already full.
For more details on the registration process, including information on waitlists, please see the OWU Registration Guide.
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Contact: Lee Richards at registrar@owu.edu