Registration Information
Fall 2023
Registration for Fall 2023 full-term courses, first-half courses and first-half Kean Online courses has concluded.
Registration for Fall 2023 second-half courses and second-half Kean Online courses is open, but students may only register by visiting the One Stop Service Center or completing the Fall 2023 Second-Half Term Registration Request Form in accordance with the deadlines below:
- Second-Half Term Courses Late Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 8 (Classes begin Tuesday, October 31, 2023)
- Second-Half Online Courses Late Registration Deadline: Friday, November 4 (Classes begin Tuesday, October 31, 2023)
Please note that at this time, students may NOT register themselves for Fall 2023 second-half courses and second-half Kean Online courses using KeanWISE. Students may only register by visiting the One Stop Service Center or completing the Fall 2023 Second-Half Term Registration Request Form.
All students should seek academic advisement and must resolve any outstanding holds prior to registering.
Fall 2023 Open Second-Half Term Courses by Section
Late Registration
*Students registering during the Late Registration period (after the published Payment Due Date) will be assessed a late registration fee of $105.00. Newly admitted students who have been accepted by Kean University two weeks prior to the payment due date and thereafter will be exempt from this policy. A Late Registration Fee will NOT be charged to students making course changes, including adding and dropping courses, after the published Payment Due Date.
Incoming first-year students, please refer to your Steps to Enrollment for advisement and registration information.
All transfer, graduate and continuing students can register for courses online via KeanWISE. Check out this video for step-by-step instructions on registering for classes!
Priority registration periods are determined by the number of credits earned toward your degree. Students will be able to register and drop courses via KeanWISE on their priority dates and through the first week of the semester. After the first week of the semester, students who wish to drop a course will be withdrawn with a mark of “W.” Refunds may be issued according to the schedule on the Academic Calendar.
- The Financial Obligation Agreement must be completed every semester prior to registering for classes. This video will explain how to complete the Financial Obligation Agreement.
- Resolve any pending holds. Holds will restrict your access to registration.
- Meet with your Academic Advisor. All undergraduate students must meet with an academic advisor and have advisement holds removed prior to registering. Access to your faculty advisor may be limited during the summer. If you do not receive a timely response from your advisor, please contact the Executive Director or Chairperson from the School that houses your major.
- Search and register for sections of desired courses. Click here for a step-by-step video tutorial.
- Pay your tuition and fees. Fulfill all financial obligations on your account. Students must have enough Financial Aid or scholarship awards to cover all balances, pay in full, or enroll in a Payment Plan. Additional information is available in your Student Account Suite located on KeanWISE.
Visiting/Non-Matriculated Students
Undergraduate Visiting Students
If you are an undergraduate student, enrolled (and in good academic standing) at a regionally accredited college or university, you are eligible to enroll as a visiting non-matriculated student.
You must submit:
- A completed Visiting Student Application.
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An enrollment certification/verification from your home institution.
Other Important Information:
- Visiting Undergraduate Students are limited to a maximum of 12 credits.
- Students remain eligible to register for up to 12 credits as long as they remain enrolled in consecutive semesters. (Students who miss two semesters must reapply for non-matriculated/visiting status.)
- Registration is based on seat availability.
- Non-matriculated students are not eligible to receive financial assistance.
- Restrictions may apply to courses, as well as to programs. In order to register for a course with a prerequisite or registration restriction, you may need to provide proof that you meet course requirements to the academic program offering the course.
Graduate Non-Matriculated Students
Any student who holds a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) may take a class as a non-matriculated student. Whether it is to fulfill a prerequisite requirement for a graduate program, a course for personal enrichment or any other reason, Kean's Graduate Non-Matriculated program is the option for you!
A non-matriculated student is considered a student within a graduate course and is required to complete all required coursework and attend all courses. Non-matriculated students will receive University credits and grades.
You must submit:
- A completed Non-Matriculated Student Application.
- Proof of degree: diploma or an unofficial transcript. Non-US degrees must be accompanied by a NACES evaluation (www.naces.org).
Other Important Information:
- Non-matriculated, graduate students are limited to a maximum of 6 credits.
- Registration is based on seat availability.
- Students remain eligible to register for up to 6 credits as long as they remain enrolled in consecutive semesters. (Students who miss two semesters must reapply for non-matriculated/visiting status.)
- Enrollment as a graduate non-matriculated student does not guarantee acceptance into a graduate program.
- Non-matriculated students are NOT eligible to receive financial assistance.
- Restrictions may apply to courses, as well as to programs. Please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 908-737-GRAD or via email at grad-adm@kean.edu before the registration date for information regarding these restrictions.
Special Populations
Students who have been admitted as a matriculated student into a Kean program and who would like to take a course prior to the start of their program should complete a Non-Matriculated Student Application.
High School Juniors and Seniors may register for three credits for the Summer Session II semester. You must submit:
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A letter of recommendation from your counselor.
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Written approval from a Kean University Academic Department Chairperson.
Senior Citizens who wish to take graduate level courses at Kean are not responsible for tuition or the student leadership fee. They are responsible for the remaining fees, per credit.
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Must be a NJ resident age 65 and over.
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May register for open classes on a space availability basis.
Withdrawal Information
For additional information about withdrawing for one or more courses, please visit the Withdrawal Information page.
Online Course Registration
Face to face students may register for Online courses not designated as reserved for Kean Online students only on KeanWISE. Five days prior to the start of any term, Kean Online courses with open seats will be made available for face to face students. Face to face students wishing to take a Kean Online course should contact the academic department offering the course to obtain an electronic petition (permission).