Registration

In preparation for registration, returning students should meet with their Student Success Coach or graduate advisor to plan their upcoming class schedules.  Orientation programs for new incoming students are conducted by the College and Schools in late spring and summer in conjunction with course planning and registration.  Banner Self-Service registration is available through DORI for degree-seeking undergraduate (with 15 or more earned credits) and graduate students.  Incoming freshmen, undergraduates with fewer than 15 earned credits, and non-degree students must see their Student Success Coach to register.

Students must be officially registered for classes in order to be considered bona fide students of Duquesne University.  They are not permitted to attend classes, reside on campus, engage in student affairs, or, generally, have access to the buildings and grounds or use the University's facilities unless registration has taken place and arrangements to meet financial obligations have been made. Only when arrangements have been made to the satisfaction of the University for payment-in-full of all financial charges is a student permitted to attend and receive credit for classes.  Students are required to participate in classes in the same semester in which they are registered, billed and awarded credit if earned.  Students who register for a class or classes and subsequently do not attend remain financially responsible for their registration unless written notification of their decision not to attend is received by the Registrar no later than the end of the add/drop period.  Students who register but do not attend will receive a final grade of "F."

Students may register and make schedule changes during Final Registration, also known as the add/drop period.  No schedule changes or registrations are permitted after the end of the add/drop period.  The withdrawal period begins at the conclusion of the add/drop period. Registration dates and deadline are on the Academic Calendar.

Written notification of the intent to withdraw from the semester received after the add/drop period is subject to the University's official withdrawal policy which includes varying levels of financial obligation, depending on the formal date of withdrawal.  Even though absences from classes may be observed and recorded, a student is considered enrolled and in attendance until formal (written) withdrawal forms are filed in the Registrar's office.  No refunds are issued for course withdrawals.  All withdrawals result in a final grade of "W."

Visit the Academic Calendar for all deadlines.

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Registration and Enrollment

Returning students can register online using Self-Service Banner > Registration and Planning. First-semester freshmen are registered with the assistance of their Student Success Coach. Students must have a MultiPass account to register through DORI, the Duquesne Online Resources and Information portal.

Log in to DORI. Under Self-Service, select Registration and Planning. Search for classes and complete your registration.

Plan Your Registration with RAPP
RAPP (Review Academic Program Progress) is a tool for students to review their progress through their academic programs and identify the classes they still need to take. Students considering changing their academic program may also use RAPP to review how their coursework to date applies to the new program, and which additional courses must still be fulfilled. Please note that this is not an official degree evaluation and is intended only for the purposes of registration planning.

To use RAPP, log into DORI, navigate to the Self-Service channel, select Student Profile > Review Academic Program Progress (RAPP), or log in directly to your Student Profile.


When to Register
Check the Academic Calendar for registration dates.

The schedule for registration will be posted at least three weeks before registration begins.
  • All students must be registered by the end of the final registration, also referred to as the add/drop period. Add/drop typically ends on the last day of the first week of the fall and spring semesters.
  • Students may register for internships through the fourth Friday of the (Fall/Spring) term.
  • Students registering for internships may not drop another class if the add/drop period has ended.  Course withdrawals are permitted up to the published deadlines.
  • Schedule changes are not permitted after the end of the add/drop period.
  • Course withdrawals (resulting in a "W" grade on the transcript) may be processed after the end of the add/drop period by consulting with your advisor.
  • Check withdrawal deadlines using the Academic Calendar.
  • Refunds are not issued for course withdrawals in the fall and spring semesters and may be offered in summer based on the refund schedule for the term.
Some holds prevent registration, so be sure to check your student record prior to the registration period so you can resolve any outstanding holds.  To check for holds, log on to DORI and go to Self-Service Banner > Student Information > Student Profile.  You can view any holds on the upper right portion of the screen.  Use this guide for assistance in resolving holds.
Cross-registration is a program through the Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) that provides an opportunity for enriched educational programs by permitting students to attend courses at any of ten participating colleges and universities.

The opportunity to cross-register is open to full-time students enrolled in a PCHE college or university. Each college or university accepts registration from the other institutions; however, first priority in registration is given to students of the host college.

Not all departments or schools at all institutions participate in this program. In each case of student cross-registration, the approval of the Dean or designated individual from the home college or university must be obtained prior to registration. The student’s advisor or dean is responsible for assuring the student’s eligibility for the course in which s/he intends to enroll. To access the PCHE cross registration form, go to duq.edu/registrar > Registration and Enrollment > scroll down to Cross-Registration.

Full credit and grades will be transferred; the academic regulations of the host institution will prevail.

The academic integrity code and other rules of conduct of the host institution apply with regard to its courses and behavior on its campus. The host institution also determines whether its rules have or have not been violated. The student’s home institution will impose such penalties as it considers proper when violations are reported.

Cross registrants do not acquire the status of students in the institutions from which they are receiving instruction (e.g., for purposes of participation in student activities, insurance programs, etc.). They do receive library privileges at the host institution and may purchase course texts at the host bookstore.

Each qualified student normally may enroll in no more than one cross-registration course in any one term or semester under this program.

Duquesne University students who are participating in this program are charged tuition and university fees in accordance with the current rates of Duquesne University; however, students are responsible for paying any additional course or laboratory fees to the host institution.

This cross-registration program does not apply to the summer sessions at any of the institutions. However, taking courses at other institutions during those terms is facilitated by “temporary transfer student” procedures separately agreed to by the PCHE colleges and universities.

Students are encouraged to submit cross-registration forms during pre-registration in order to provide adequate time to receive proper notification of course enrollment.

Procedures

Students must complete the PCHE Cross-Registration form online and then print it. (The form cannot be printed unless it has been filled out--with all required fields complete.) Refer to the PCHE Cross-Registration instructions if you have questions. Refer to our troubleshooting instructions if you have difficulty opening the PCHE Cross-Registration form.  Or simply "right click" on the form, save to your device, and open in Adobe Reader.  The completed form must be signed by the student and by the student's advisor prior to submission to the Office of the University Registrar or the Law School Registrar (law students). The Registrar of the host institution will notify applicants regarding their enrollment status. Notifications are mailed to the address provided on the Cross-Registration form. 

PCHE Cross Registration Form
Returning Students

Registration for current students for Spring 2024 will begin on Thursday, October 26, 2023. Most students can use Self-Service Banner (SSB) to register for classes online. Self-Service Banner is accessed through DORI, the University’s portal. Students must have a MultiPass account to log on to DORI and access the Self-Service Banner system. Students receive time tickets to register for classes, and most time tickets are staggered based on a student's class year or level. Time tickets are assigned two weeks prior to the start of registration and contain your registration start and end dates. To check your time ticket in Self-Service Banner > Registration and Planning > Prepare for Registration. Non-degree-seeking students must register with their Student Success Coach or graduate advisor.

Use the chart below to determine your registration start date. Online registration in Self-Service Banner will begin at 7:00 a.m. for each student group according to the table below. Registration appointments made with staff or faculty will begin after 8:30 a.m.

First-Semester Freshmen

First-semester freshmen will be registered for their first semester by their Student Success Coach and subsequently will register themselves using Self-Service Banner within DORI.

Schedule of Classes

The course offerings for each term are available online and also through your Student Profile in DORI under Registration and Planning. Offerings listed in the Schedule of Classes represent the anticipated or scheduled course offerings at the time of publication. Cancellations and changes to proposed offerings [and/or the mode of delivery] are infrequent and avoided when possible. However, the University reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment, and to make class schedule and mode of delivery changes to maintain the health and safety of the campus, or any other valid reason.

Plan Your Registration with RAPP

RAPP (Review Academic Program Progress) is a tool for students to review their progress through their academic programs and identify the classes they still need to take. Students considering changing their academic program may also use RAPP to review how their coursework to date applies to the new program, and which additional courses must still be fulfilled. Please note that this is not an official degree evaluation and is intended only for the purposes of registration planning.

To use RAPP, log into DORI, navigate to the Self-Service channel, select Student Profile > Review Academic Program Progress (RAPP), or log in directly to your Student Profile.

Spring 2024 – Registration Time Tickets

Time tickets enable students to register themselves using Self Service Banner > Registration and Planning > Register for Classes. The start dates for the various students groups are below, and all time tickets begin at 7:00 a.m. 

Since online registration will begin before the University opens for the day, it is critical that you confirm your ability to register for classes before your Registration Time Ticket begins.  Check in Self-Service Banner for holds that stop registration, and make sure you have a Registration Time Ticket.  Log on to DORI use the Self-Service Banner to view:

  • Time tickets: Registration and Planning > Prepare for Registration
  • Holds: Student Profile - Holds appear in the top right corner of the Student Profile. (Holds on a student's record will also appear at the top of the DORI page after logon.)

The final registration and add/drop period for Spring 2024 is January 11-18, 2024, for all undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree-seeking students.

Registration Start Dates and Times for Spring 2024

SSB Online Registration Begins

Thursday, October 26

7:00 a.m.

Early registrants and all graduate students

Tuesday, October 31

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates with 90+ earned credits

Monday, November 6

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates with 60+ earned credits

Thursday, November 9

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates with 30+ earned credits

Tuesday, November 14

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates with fewer than 30 credits

Monday, November 20

 

New first-semester freshmen, registration through Student Success Coach

Final Registration:

January 11-18, 2024

 

Final registration for undergraduate and graduate students for Spring 2024

January 18, 2024

11:59 p.m.

Last day to register, add/drop for Spring 2024

 

Registration Policies for Spring 2024

Summer 2024 registration will be open for all students beginning Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 7:00 a.m. The online registration period for Summer 2024 runs from January 30 through May 13, 2024. If you wish to register after May 13 for a class that begins after that date, see your Student Success Coach or Graduate Academic Advisor.

Visiting students should visit duq.edu/summer.

Prepare for Registration for Returning Students

Since online registration will begin before the University opens for the day, it is critical that you confirm your ability to register for classes before your Registration Time Ticket begins.  Check in Self-Service Banner for holds that stop registration and to confirm your Registration Time Ticket.  Log on to DORI and click on Self-Service Banner, then follow these steps:

  • Time tickets: Self-Service channel > Registration and Planning > Prepare for Registration
  • Holds: Self-Service channel> Student Profile. (Holds on a student's record will also appear at the top of the DORI page after logon.)

Registration for First-Time Incoming Students

New incoming students will be registered by their Student Success Coach or graduate academic advisor.

All summer students should review the Summer 2024 Drop, Withdrawal Deadlines and Refund Policy.

First-Semester Freshmen

First-semester freshmen will be registered for their first semester by their Student Success Coach and subsequently will register themselves using Self-Service Banner (SSB) within DORI.

Returning Students

Registration for current students for Fall 2024 will begin on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Most students can use Self-Service Banner (SSB) to register for classes online. Self-Service Banner is accessed through DORI, the University’s portal. Students must have a Multipass account to log on to DORI and access the Banner system.

Returning degree-seeking students receive time tickets to register for classes, and most time tickets are staggered based on a student’s class year or level. Time tickets are assigned two weeks prior to the start of registration and contain your registration start and end dates.  To check your time ticket in Self-Service Banner, select Registration and Planning from the DORI Self-Service channel, then Prepare for Registration. Non-degree-seeking students must register with their advisors.

Since online registration will begin before the University opens for the day, it is critical that you confirm your ability to register for classes before your Registration Time Ticket begins.  Check in Self-Service Banner for holds that stop registration and to confirm your Registration Time Ticket.  Log on to DORI and click on Self-Service Banner, then follow these steps:

  • Time tickets: Self-Service channel > Registration and Planning > Prepare for Registration
  • Holds: Self-Service channel > Student Profile. (Holds on a student's record will also appear at the top of the DORI page after logon.)

Use the chart below to determine your registration start date for Fall 2024. Online registration in Self-Service Banner will begin at 7:00 a.m. for each student group according to the table below. Appointments made with advising staff will begin after 8:30 a.m. First-semester freshmen will be registered by their Student Success Coach.

The final registration and add/drop period is August 26-30, 2024, for all undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree-seeking students.

Registration Start Dates and Times for Fall 2024

Wednesday, March 20

7:00 a.m.

Early registrants, undergraduates with 90+ earned credits, and all new and returning graduate students

Monday, March 25

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates and new transfer students with 60+ earned credits

Tuesday, April 2

7:00 a.m.

Undergraduates and new transfer students with 30+ earned credits

Monday, April 8

7:00 a.m.

Returning undergraduates and new transfer students with fewer than 30 earned credits

Wednesday, May 1

 

Student Success Coaches begin registering new incoming freshmen

August 26-30, 2024

 

Final registration for undergraduate and graduate students for Fall 2024

 

August 30, 2024

11:59 p.m.

Last day to register, change class schedules, or cancel registration for Fall 2024

 

Schedule of Classes

The course offerings for each term are available online and also through your Student Profile in DORI under Registration and Planning. Offerings listed in the Schedule of Classes represent the anticipated or scheduled course offerings at the time of publication. Cancellations and changes to proposed offerings [and/or the mode of delivery] are infrequent and avoided when possible. However, the University reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment, and to make class schedule and mode of delivery changes to maintain the health and safety of the campus, or any other valid reason.

Registration Policies for Fall 2024

Registration User Guides

End-user guides are available as a resource for using the Self-Service Banner to prepare for registration and to register for classes.