Open University

Open University is for the community member who wants to take regular CSUMB degree-track courses offered during the scheduled semesters of Fall, Spring or Summer Session. Open University enrollment does not require a formal University application. Students can only enroll on the first day of class, on a space-available basis with the instructor's approval.

View Course Schedules by term:

To view available courses click on the term desired, then select the department or institute that features the course or courses of interest.
(Courses can update or change on a daily basis)

• Summer 2008
  
  
• Fall 2008
  
  
• Spring 2009 (will be online later this fall)
  
  

Open University Registration Process

Open University refers to an enrollment process that allows members of the community to take regular CSUMB courses on a space-available basis with the instructors approval. Open University enrollment does not require a university application.

Students can only enroll one the first day of class, on a space-available basis with the instructor's approval.

Students currently enrolled in a CSUMB Degree Program can not enroll through the Open University.

1. Registration is on the first day of class. Advance registration is not permitted for Open University. Check out the Open University course listing for Fall or Spring. Students may inquire to the specific institutes or departments for further detailed course information.
   
   
2. Select the courses you wish to take and complete the registration form (Adobe Acrobat File, 146K). Make sure to check the Open University box at the top of the form.
   
   
3. Before class starts, confirm that the class is active and verify any day or time changes that may have occurred by checking the course schedules on the web or call The Campus Service Center (831-582-5100).
   
   
4. Attend the first day of class with your completed registration form, and ask the instructor to approve your enrollment by signing it. Your approval depends on instructor consent and space availability.
   
   
5. Registration form process:
   
   
   • On-Campus
     Take the complete registration form to The Campus Service Center in building 47, first floor and pay your fees.
     
     
   • Off-Campus Mail/Fax
     Select the courses you wish to take, complete the registration form and fax it along with your credit card information to The Campus Service Center at 831-582-5110 or mail the form and your payment to:

     CSUMB Campus Service Center
     100 Campus Center, Bldg 47
     Seaside, Ca 93955

Open University Fee Schedule:

$195 per credit for most classes, plus a per semester campus fee of $39.00
(calculated below):

See Also:

• Extended Ed/Open University Academic Calendar
  
  
• CSUMB Academic Calendar
  
  
• Archive of Previous Course Schedules
  

Check out the degree programs that CSUMB offers:

CSUMB Degree Programs

Contacts for questions about CSUMB degrees/courses:

CSUMB Academic Program Department Contacts

CSUMB Center/Institute Contacts

Other CSUMB contact information

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Important Things to Know

• There may be changes to the schedule up to the first week of class. For the most current schedule of courses, please check the course schedules linked above.
  
  
• Any changes to your schedule must be student-initiated. Instructors are not permitted to drop you for nonattendance. To make changes to your schedule, submit an add/drop form at the Campus Service Center, Building 47. It is your responsibility to verify the accuracy of your schedule and to retain copies of the transaction. Please see the details on adding or dropping an Extended Education course for more information.
  
  
• After the first day of class, the instructor’s signature is needed to add a class. Courses that are canceled are automatically dropped from your schedule and a refund is processed.

Questions About a Particular Class?

Contact the course instructor, which can be found on the Course Schedules page. If no instructor's name is given, contact the office of the academic institute or program that is offering the course, or the office of Extended Education.

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