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This section of the website explains:
-registration eligibility and requirements
-when and how to register
-registration restrictions
-registration error messages
-how to change your registration (add/withdraw)
-how to withdraw from classes
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If you are currently registered or have attended Inver Hills in the past, you should register online. Inver Hills students who have registered only through Limited Enrollment status in the past, see credit and registration restrictions under Limited Enrollment described in the admissions section of this website.
New studentsIf you have never attended Inver Hills Community College in the past, you must apply to the college and register through either the Regular Admission process (includes attendance at an orientation/registration session) or Limited Enrollment (a restricted registration option for students who just want to take a |
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Regular Admission and Limited Enrollment.
See the Academic Calendar for dates for Priority Registration (current and former students) and Open Registration (for Limited Enrollment students, new, or returning) listed for the current and upcoming term(s).
Current and former students (except for Limited Enrollment students) may register starting the first day of Priority Registration.
New students accepted under "Regular Admission" will register online during orientation. Early "priority" orientation sessions are offered in April and May for fall semester; additional sessions are schedule in July and August. Spring semester orientations are offered in November, December, and just before the term starts in January. Orientation sessions for students starting summer term (not required for summer-only students) are scheduled in April/May.
New students registering through Limited Enrollment may register in person, by mail, or by fax during the Open Registration period only. After their first term, Limited Enrollment students may register online but not until the start of the Open Registration period.
The college reserves the right to change class locations, instructors, and other conditions that do not alter the scheduling of the class. If class time, day, or date change, the student will be notified.
Registration MethodsOnline (web) For returning students only. For step-by-step instructions, go to register online. If you have trouble registering online, contact Enrollment Services.
Students are expected to view their bill online and will NOT be mailed an invoice. If you have trouble viewing your bill online, contact the Business Office at businessoffice@inverhills.edu or 651-552-6867.
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FAX and mail registration
New Limited Enrollment students should use the Limited Enrollment Registration Form (a pdf document). The Limited Enrollment Registration Form (8 or fewer credits) is only accepted for Limited Enrollment students during Open Registration. Students are expected to view their bill online and will NOT be mailed an invoice. If you have trouble viewing your bill online, contact the Business Office at businessoffice@inverhills.edu or 651-552-6867.
Fax the form to 651-450-8677 or mail it to the Office of Enrollment Services, Inver Hills Community College, 2500 East 80th Street, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55014
NOTE: Admission and registration forms request that you provide private information as defined under state and federal law; see the related Data Privacy Notice (Tennessen warning) for an explanation of this request and the policy for use of such information.
In-Person (Limited Enrollment only)
New Limited Enrollment students may drop off the completed Limited Enrollment Registration form at the Office of Enrollment Services. The registration will be processed and the class confirmation and invoice will be mailed. Students may check the class availability online at the Schedule of Classes or they can view the closed class list (subject to change at any time) posted outside the Enrollment Services window.
When registering online, students may encounter several error messages. When you receive an error message, it means that your registration did not go through. You can find a list of error messages and solutions online at http://www.inverhills.edu/enrollment/registration/errormessages.aspx
You are responsible for your registration, including payment responsibilities and academic consequences that result from your registration. It is always in your best interest to talk to an academic counselor before registering or if you are considering withdrawing from classes. This is particularly important if you are receiving financial aid. You must cancel classes or withdraw officially; simply not attending classes does not constitute withdrawal from the college. You will be responsible for tuition due and may receive an "F" grade.
See Tuition and Fees for details on payment policy and deadlines.
Limited Enrollment Status
Limited Enrollment status limits students to register for a cumulative total of 16 credits. You must be admitted to the college if you want to continue taking classes at Inver Hills after you reach that credit limit. By being admitted, you are allowed to register during priority registration as well as apply for financial aid and receive the full range of student services. Follow these steps to become admitted to Inver Hills:
All financial, academic, and other "holds" must be cleared with the appropriate office before you can register.
Certain courses may require completion of previous coursework before you may register. In addition, some courses may require or recommend previous experience or familiarity with the content covered in the course before you may register. Assessment tests may also be applied to determine placement in courses. Prerequisites are listed at the end of the course description. If the "Prereq" note does not appear, there is no prerequisite. Check with an academic counselor before registering. Inver Hills reserves the right to remove you from courses for which you have not met the prerequisite requirement.
Fall and Spring Semester: Students can register for up to 18 credits. To register for more credits, students must consult with an Inver Hills counselor.
Summer Session: The summer session is an accelerated term, meaning that 16 week courses are condensed into 10 weeks or less. As a result, students can only register for up to 12 credits. To register for more credits, students must consult with an Inver Hills counselor.
Adds (adding classes)
This means any registration that adds a class to your schedule. Adding includes initial registration, additional registration, or substituting one class for another. Adds must be completed within 5 business days of the first day of the semester and must be completed online.
No-obligation withdrawals (during the "no-obligation period")
This refers to removing a class from your schedule with a full refund and without a "W" grade on your transcript. All no-obligation withdrawals must be completed online. You will receive a 100% refund if you withdraw within the no-obligation period.
Withdrawal
This means withdrawing from a class or classes anytime after the "no-obligation period," which ends on the fifth (5th) business day of the semester at 11:59 p.m. A "W" grade will appear on your transcript for all withdrawals after the no-obligation period, and there is no refund for partial withdrawals. Refunds are only given to total withdrawals based on the refund policy outlined in the refunds section of the class schedule. All withdrawals after the "no-obligation period" must be submitted in writing, via email, fax, or in person to the Office of Enrollment Services. A signature is required. The effective date for refund purposes is the date the withdrawal request is received by the Office of Enrollment Services.
Once the "no-obligation period" is over, you may withdraw online or formally withdraw in writing. If you simply stop attending classes, you will still be registered for the class, may receive a grade of "F," and are fully responsible for any tuition, late fees, or collection fees associated with that class.
Confirming Your Add or Withdraw
For online adds and withdraws, all transactions must be completed through the confirmation phase or they are not considered processed. The transaction is completed when you receive a confirmation message in blue that reads:
"Your request was processed successfully."
To assure that your request is processed successfully, view your schedule by selecting "View/Modify Class Schedule" from the left side of the screen. If your schedule has not been changed, repeat the process. If you need assistance, email registration@inverhills.edu anytime or call 651-450-8504 during business hours.
Tuition refund policy
Students who receive confirmation of total withdrawal from the Office of Enrollment Services are eligible for refunds according to the published refund schedule for the term. Refund checks generally take two to three weeks to process and return to the student. Effective date of a drop or total withdrawal is the date it is received by the Office of Enrollment Services.
The refund schedule is based on the policy adopted by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees. Reference chapter 5, section 8 at: http://www.mnscu.edu/board/policy/512.html.
Inver Hills Community College has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide degree and enrollment verification. National Student Clearinghouse may be contacted at:
Web: www.studentclearinghouse.org
Phone: (703) 742-4200
Fax: (703) 742-4239
E-mail: degreeverify@studentclearinghouse.org
Address: National Student Clearinghouse
13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 300
Herndon, VA 20171