Students may encounter a registration block that prevents them from registering for classes. Some blocks may be viewed prior to registration, while other blocks are only displayed when adding classes during registration. These blocks, special permissions, and exceptions to policy are listed below with details about what each block means and who to contact to resolve the block. Many of these blocks, special permissions, and exceptions to policies can be cleared with permission of the appropriate department (processed in the form of an electronic stamp) which allows students to register using Testudo Registration (Drop/Add).

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Registration Blocks

Registration blocks can be viewed prior to registration on Testudo. Using the Appointment and Registration Status app, you can view all registration blocks at one time. All registration blocks must be cleared before you can register for classes.

Some students may also see the following registration blocks when accessing Testudo Registration (Drop/Add).

Special Permissions & Exceptions to Policy Blocks

Special Permissions blocks are applied to courses that require permission from the academic department offering the course to register. In such cases, students will need to contact the academic department directly to register for the course.

Exceptions to Policy blocks are student-specific and require students to submit an Exception to Policy request to their advising college to register for the course.

When applicable, these blocks will display when accessing Testudo Registration (Drop/Add).

After an initial registration, students may make changes to their schedule by adding or dropping classes. A student's permanent record and student account may be impacted by the timing of these changes. See below for information about the schedule adjustment period, drop period, and refund schedule. 

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Undergraduate Students

Schedule Adjustment Period for Undergraduate Students

The Schedule Adjustment Period is a designated period of time at the beginning of each term when students can add or drop courses. Courses added will appear on the student’s permanent record. Courses dropped during this period will not appear on the student’s permanent academic record. Students are responsible for checking the corresponding dates and deadlines and Non-Standard Courses for exact Schedule Adjustment dates.

Drop Period for Undergraduate Students

The Drop Period is a designated period of time after the end of the Schedule Adjustment Period. For undergraduate students, drops during this period will be recorded on the student's permanent record with a mark of W and will not be used in the computation of a student's cumulative grade point average. During this period an undergraduate student may drop a maximum of four credits. However, if the course carries more than four credits, the student may drop the entire course, or in the case of a variable credit course, reduce the credit level by up to four credits. A course dropped with a W will count as an attempt at a course for the purposes of the undergraduate course repeat guidelines. 

Students are responsible for checking the corresponding dates and deadlines and Non-Standard Courses for exact dates.

Penalties for Drops During Schedule Adjustment (Refund Schedules) for Undergraduate Students

Full-time Undergraduates - Refund Schedule for Drops

Full-time undergraduate students do not receive a refund for courses dropped if the total number of credits for which they are registered remains 12 or more.

Full-time undergraduate students who drop a course or courses thereby changing the total credits for which the student is registered to 11 or less, will be charged as noted below:

• Prior to the first day of classes: If a full-time undergraduate student drops a course or courses, thereby changing the total number of credits for which the student is registered to 11 or less, the student will be charged part-time per credit hour tuition. However, if the student later adds a course or courses, thereby changing the total number of credits for which the student is registered to 12 or more, the student will be charged full-time tuition.
• During the first five days of classes: If a full-time undergraduate student drops a course or courses, thereby changing the total number of credits for which the student is registered to 11 or less, the student will be charged part-time per credit hour tuition. However, if the student later adds a course or courses, thereby changing the total number of credits for which the student is registered to 12 or more, the student will be charged full-time tuition.
• After day five of schedule adjustment through the end of schedule adjustment: If a full-time undergraduate drops a course or courses thereby changing the total number of credits for which the student is registered to 11 or less, charges for the semester will be assessed on the basis of part-time per credit hour tuition plus 20% of the difference between the full-time tuition and fees and appropriate part-time charges.
• After the Schedule Adjustment Period: There will be no refund for changing from full-time to part-time status.

Part-Time Undergraduates - Refund Schedule for Drops

Part-time undergraduates are charged for courses by the credit hour. Students may drop and add courses without penalty provided that the changes are made on the same day and the total number of credits does not change (even exchange). Otherwise, a percentage charge and/or complete charge will be imposed according to the schedule below:

• Prior to the first day of classes: 100% refund. There will be no charge for courses dropped prior to this date.
• [Effective Fall 2023] During the first five days of classes: 100% refund. There will be no charge for courses dropped during this period. For Summer and Winter view the associated dates and deadlines for the no charge drop period deadlines. For non-standard courses, see non-standard course deadlines for more information.
• [Effective Fall 2023] After day five of schedule adjustment through the end of schedule adjustment: 80% refund. There will be a 20% charge imposed for courses dropped during this period. For Summer and Winter terms view the associated dates and deadlines for the no charge drop period deadlines. For non-standard courses, see non-standard course deadlines for more information.
• Anytime after the Schedule Adjustment Period: 0% refund. There will be no refund; students incur the full charge for courses dropped during this period.

Graduate Students

Schedule Adjustment Period for Graduate Students

The Schedule Adjustment Period is a designated period of time at the beginning of each term when students can add or drop courses. Courses added will appear on a student’s permanent record. Courses dropped during this period will not appear on the student’s permanent record. Students are responsible for checking the corresponding dates and deadlines and Non-Standard Courses for exact Schedule Adjustment dates.

Drop Period for Graduate Students

The Drop Period is a designated period of time after the end of the Schedule Adjustment Period when graduate students may change the number of credits for a course, change the grading method option for a course, or drop a course. Students are responsible for checking the corresponding dates and deadlines and Non-Standard Courses for exact dates.

Refund Schedule for Drops for Graduate Students

Students may drop and add courses without penalty provided that the changes are made on the same day and that the total number of credits does not change (even exchange). A percentage charge and/or complete charge will be imposed according to the schedule below:

• Prior to the first day of classes: 100% refund. There will be no charge for courses dropped prior to this date.
• [Effective Spring 2023] During the first five days of classes: 100% refund. There will be no charge for courses dropped during this period. For Summer, Winter, and 12-week terms view the associated dates and deadlines for the no charge drop period deadlines. For non-standard courses, see non-standard course deadlines for more information.
• [Effective Spring 2023] After day five of schedule adjustment through the end of schedule adjustment: 80% refund. There will be a 20% charge imposed for courses dropped during this period. For Summer, Winter, and 12-week terms view the associated dates and deadlines for the no charge drop period deadlines. For non-standard courses, see non-standard course deadlines for more information.
• Anytime after the Schedule Adjustment Period: 0% refund. There will be no refund; students incur the full charge for courses dropped during this period.

Undergraduate Students

Degree-Seeking Undergraduate Students

Students admitted to the University of Maryland are expected to make regular and consistent progress toward the completion of their degree. However, the university understands that in exceptional circumstances a student may find it necessary to completely withdraw from all classes. The university considers such an interruption to be very serious as it delays normal progress toward the degree. Students should not withdraw for frivolous reasons or to avoid the consequences of ignoring their academic responsibilities.

Students who have earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA with no previous withdrawal will need to apply for readmission. (Withdrawals prior to Fall 2002 or those occurring in a summer or winter session will not be considered in this requirement.)

Withdrawal Procedures for Degree-Seeking Undergraduate Students

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the University Registrar no later than the last day of classes. In exceptional cases, a retroactive withdrawal may be granted based on documented requests in which extenuating circumstances significantly impaired the student's ability to complete the semester and officially withdraw by the established semester deadlines. Such circumstances include, but are not limited to, medical or psychological causes.

In addition to academic consequences, a withdrawal can have serious effects for students receiving financial assistance, international students, and students in residence halls. It is the student's responsibility to review these potential implications with the appropriate offices listed below before withdrawing:

• Student Financial Services & Cashiering | 1135 Lee Building | Phone: 301-314-9000
• International Student & Scholar Services | 1126 H.J. Patterson Hall | Phone: 301-314-7740
• Department of Resident Life | 2101 Annapolis Hall | Phone: 301-314-2100

The effective date of the withdrawal for purposes of any refund is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of the University Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Dates and Deadlines. Notation of withdrawal and the effective date will be posted on the student's academic record. Instructors and college offices will be notified of all withdrawn students.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

1. Undergraduate Withdrawal Form  
2. Survey of Students Leaving the University of Maryland During the Semester

Please return both forms to the Office of the University Registrar, 7999 Regents Dr., First Floor, C. Mitchell Jr. Building, College Park, Maryland 20742; fax: 301-314-9568; or email registrar-help@umd.edu.

Non-Degree Seeking Undergraduate Students

Withdrawal Procedures for Non-Degree Seeking Undergraduate Students

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the University Registrar no later than the last day of classes.

The effective date of the withdrawal for purposes of any refund is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of University the Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Dates and Deadlines.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

• Non-Degree-Seeking Undergraduate Student Withdrawal Form  
  Send the completed form to the Office of the University Registrar, 7999 Regents Dr., First Floor, C. Mitchell Jr. Building, College Park, Maryland 20742; fax: 301-314-9568; or email registrar-help@umd.edu.

Reenrollment for Undergraduate Students

• Students who have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and no previous withdrawals may apply for reenrollment online.
• Students with questions or concerns about reenrollment should contact the Student Success Office via email at rr-admit@umd.edu.

Undergraduate Student Withdrawal FAQs

Graduate Students

Degree-Seeking Graduate Students Enrolled in a Semester Program

Graduate students admitted to the University of Maryland are expected to make satisfactory progress in meeting programmatic requirements, must demonstrate the ability to succeed in their course of studies or research, must attain performance minima specified by the graduate program in all or in particular courses, and complete their degree within the established time limits.

Withdrawal Procedures for Degree-Seeking Graduate Students Enrolled in a Semester Program

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the University Registrar no later than the last day of classes.

In addition to academic consequences, a withdrawal can have ramifications on financial aid, visa status, graduate student status, and progress toward earning a degree. It is the student's responsibility to review these potential implications with the appropriate offices.

• Assistantships and Tuition Remission Benefit: Contact your Benefits Coordinator
• Fellowship: Contact Advisor and Graduate Program Director
• Financial Aid: Contact Office of Student Financial Aid | 0115 Mitchell Building | Phone: 301-314-8377
• F-1 and J-1 Visa Holders: Contact International Student & Scholar Services | 1126 H.J. Patterson Hall | Phone: 301-314-7740

The effective date of the withdrawal, for purposes of any refund, is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of the University Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Dates and Deadlines.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

• Degree-Seeking Graduate Student Withdrawal Form  
  Send the completed form to the Office of the University Registrar, 7999 Regents Dr., First Floor, C. Mitchell Jr. Building, College Park, Maryland 20742; fax: 301-314-9568; or email registrar-graduate@umd.edu.

Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Students

For more information for about Non-Degree Seeking student status, see the  Academic Catalog.

Withdrawal Procedures for Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Students

Students may request a withdrawal from all classes at any time between the first and the last day of classes for the semester. Students must submit written notice of withdrawal to the Office of the University Registrar no later than the last day of classes.

The effective date of the withdrawal for purposes of any refund is the date that the written withdrawal notice is received by the Office of the University Registrar. For more information on academic deadlines and refund schedule, please see Dates and Deadlines.

To withdraw from all courses, students must complete:

• Non-Degree-Seeking Graduate Student Withdrawal Form  
  Send the completed form to the Office of the University Registrar, 7999 Regents Dr., First Floor, C. Mitchell Jr. Building, College Park, Maryland 20742; fax: 301-314-9568; or email registrar-graduate@umd.edu.

Eligibility and Restrictions

Eligibility

To be eligible for participation in the Golden ID program, an individual must satisfy all of the following criteria:

• Must be 60 years of age or older
• Must be a legal resident of the State of Maryland
• Must be retired (not engaged in gainful employment for more than 20 hours a week)
• Must be admitted and registered in programs/courses that are state-supported

Restrictions

Golden ID benefits may not be used for enrollment in any of the following types of programs and/or courses:

• Programs or courses that are not state-supported (as indicated below)
• Consortium courses or Continuing & Executive Education Programs
• Winter session courses

How to Apply

An application for admission must be submitted through the appropriate admissions office.  An admissions application is required even if you do not plan to pursue a degree; in such cases, you may apply as a non-degree seeking student. 

Tuition and Fees

Golden ID students are responsible for paying the following fees:

• Admissions application fee (graduate or undergraduate, as appropriate)
• Golden ID fee for each semester registered
• Additional fees associated with certain courses (studio fees, lab fees, books, study materials, etc.)

Golden ID students who are enrolled at the university and are registered in a state-supported program will have their tuition automatically waived per policy VIII-2.30.

How to Register

• Golden ID students can register via Testudo on a space available basis for a maximum of three courses.
• Registration for fall and spring semesters begins on the third day of classes
• Registration for Summer I and Summer II sessions begins on the First Day of Classes.
• All registration opens at 8:00 a.m.
• Students must meet all course prerequisite and co-requisite requirements.

For additional information or questions, please email registrar-help@umd.edu with the subject line “Golden ID.”

Other Program Details

• The Golden ID program offers participants with access to certain academic services, including the use of the libraries, as well as certain other non-academic services. Services are only available to those who have registered for one or more courses in the current term.
• Golden ID students have the opportunity to become involved with the Golden ID Student Association which provides cultural and social events, course recommendations, and peer advising. Please check your email near the start of each fall and spring semester for additional information.
• Golden ID students are not eligible for Consortium courses or Continuing & Executive Education Programs.

ROTC Registration and Official Transcript Request Form  

Inter-Institutional enrollment is a program that allows eligible undergraduate and graduate students at University System of Maryland (USM) institutions to take selected courses at other USM campuses while paying tuition at their home institutions. This program gives students the opportunity to augment their degree programs at the University of Maryland, College Park (home institution). Students register for the courses at both their home and host institutions, but are billed only by their home institutions.

USM institutions include:

• Bowie State University
• Coppin State College
• Frostburg State University
• Salisbury State University
• Towson University
• University of Baltimore
• University of Maryland, Baltimore
• University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• University of Maryland, College Park
• University of Maryland Eastern Shore
• University of Maryland Global Campus*

*University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students are not eligible to register at the University of Maryland Global Campus through the inter-institutional concurrent registration program.

Eligibility and Restrictions

• Registration for courses through the Inter-Institutional Enrollment program is on a space available basis.
• Visiting students are expected to meet prerequisites or other criteria set by the host institutions.
• Tuition and fees are paid at the home institution.
• Students are responsible for paying the additional fees associated with certain courses (studio fees, lab fees, books, study materials, etc.).
• Students are responsible for special permits, parking, and other fees at the host institution.
• Students must comply with the host institution’s registration periods and deadlines.
• Continuing education courses cannot be taken through the inter-institutional registration program.

Undergraduate Students

• Students must have sophomore standing.
• Students must be in good academic standing.
• Students must be enrolled full-time in a degree program at the University of Maryland, College Park for the semester in which the course(s) are taken. Full-time status is defined as the combination of credits registered for at University of Maryland, College Park and the registered credits at the host institution.
• Students must have the approval of their advising college for the course to count as resident credit.

Graduate Students

• Students must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
• Students must have the approval of their Graduate Program Director for the course to count as resident credit.

Complete policy information on concurrent inter-institutional registration is available for Graduate Students and for Undergraduate Students.
 

Registration Procedures

University of Maryland, College Park students visiting other University of Maryland System universities

1. Students must read and abide by all policies and restrictions of the inter-institutional registration program.
2. Contact the department offering the course at the institution you plan to take the course to determine if special permission is needed. If so, you will need to obtain written permission. This can be in an email or on department letterhead.
3. Download the Application for Inter-Institutional Enrollment .
4. Complete the form and obtain the required approvals and signatures. In the "Registration Information" section, the course information requested refers to the class you wish to take at the host institution. Please consult the Schedule of Classes of the host institution for this information. Undergraduate students must obtain approval from the Dean/Assistant Dean of Advising College. Graduate students must obtain approval from the Graduate Program Director.
5. Return the completed application to the University of Maryland Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator located at 7999 Regents Drive, 1113 C.M. Mitchell Jr. Building for verification and final approval. A copy will be returned to you for your records.
6. The University of Maryland Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator will process the registration at the University of Maryland, College Park and register you in placeholder courses at University of Maryland, College Park to reflect the number of credits you wish to take at the host institution. This is for billing and enrollment purposes only and does not guarantee course availability at the other institution. The Coordinator will return two copies of the form to you. You must take one copy to the Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator at the host institution and keep a copy for your records. Registration will be according to the host institution's policies and deadlines.
7. If the course is cancelled, you want to change or drop the course, or you are unable to get approval to enroll, contact the University of Maryland Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator immediately. You must not drop the course through Registration (Drop/Add) in Testudo. The University of Maryland Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator will notify the host institution and make the appropriate changes. Failure to notify the University of Maryland Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator could result in failing grades assigned to your record.
8. At the end of the semester, grades for inter-institutional course(s) are sent to the University of Maryland Office of the University Registrar by the visited institutions in the form of an official transcript. The Office of the University Registrar at the University of Maryland, College Park will post the grade(s) your record. These grades are entered on the student’s record and converted to the University of Maryland, College Park grading system. Inter-institutional course grades are used in the calculation of the cumulative grade point average.

Students from other University of Maryland System universities visiting University of Maryland, College Park

• Contact the Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator at your home institution to complete required paperwork and obtain information on registration procedures.
• Information on course permission or approval requirements is indicated on the individual course listings in the Schedule of Classes. Students must contact the instructor and department for permission.
• Visiting students are registered on the first day of classes and will be notified by email confirming the registration.
• If the course is cancelled, or if you want to change or drop the course, you must contact the Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator of your home institution and the Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinator at the University of Maryland immediately. Failure to contact your the Inter-Institutional Registration Coordinators at both institutions could result in a failing grade assigned to your record.

Eligible graduate and undergraduate students can benefit from this cooperative arrangement that is designed to permit the sharing of academic resources by member institutions. Students can enroll for courses that are not available at their home institutions to augment their program of study. Students enrolled for classes at participating consortium institutions through the consortium program can have the courses count as resident credits at their home institutions. Students pay their home institution for the courses they register for through the consortium program. Students are responsible for paying the host institution for additional fees associated with certain courses (e.g. studio fees, lab fees, books, and study materials). See the Consortium website for more information, links to consortium schools, and the Consortium Registration Form .

The Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area includes:

• American University
• The Catholic University of America
• Gallaudet University
• George Mason University
• The George Washington University
• Georgetown University
• Howard University
• Marymount University
• Trinity Washington University
• Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
• The University of the District of Columbia
• University of Maryland, College Park

DC Consortium Registration Eligibility and Restrictions

General Restrictions and Policies

• Golden ID students are not eligible to register for courses through the consortium program.
• Faculty and staff tuition remission programs (including assistantships, fellowships, etc.) will cover the cost of courses registered through the consortium program.
• The partial tuition waiver program for spouses and dependents of the University of Maryland will cover the costs for courses registered through the consortium program.
• Students enrolled in the University of Maryland College Park courses with special fees (MBA, etc.) may be subject to additional tuition and fees rates when participating in Consortium courses.
• Pass-Fail and Audit grading method options are not permitted for courses taken through the Consortium program.
• University of Maryland course change deadlines apply to students visiting other Consortium institutions.

University of Maryland graduate students visiting other DC Consortium universities must observe the following guidelines:

• Students must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
• Students must have the approval of their department chair or director.
• Students cannot take more than 25% of course credits from other consortium universities.
• Practical, internships, workshops, and similar experiential learning courses cannot be taken at other consortium universities.
• Students can only register for courses through the consortium program if they are not offered at the University of Maryland.

University of Maryland undergraduate students visiting other DC Consortium universities must observe the following guidelines:

• Students must currently be enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
• Students must be in junior standing (at least 60 credits).
• Students can only register for courses through the consortium program if they are not offered at the University of Maryland.
• Students must obtain approval from the Dean of their College if the consortium courses are taken during the last 30 credits.
• Permission must be obtained from:
  1. Student's major department
  2. The comparable University of Maryland department if the course is outside the major department
  3. Assistant Dean or Dean of student’s College.

Other DC Consortium university students visiting University of Maryland

• Students from other Consortium universities may register only for courses listed in the Schedule of Classes on a space available basis. Students will be registered on the first day of classes.
• Participation is limited to credit-bearing courses.
• Eligible students must meet all course pre-requisites and have properly completed the consortium registration through the Consortium Coordinator at their home institution.
• Students are responsible to obtain the appropriate approval from the instructor and department through which the course is offered.
• Visiting students are not eligible to register for:
  1. courses offered at off-campus locations (e.g. DC, Shady Grove)
  2. instructional TV (ITV) courses
  3. professional education courses
  4. continuing education courses
  5. BUSO and BMSO Smith School of Business Graduate Online Courses

Registration Procedures

University of Maryland students

1. Read all policies and restrictions of the Consortium program. Students are responsible to abide by the policies and restrictions of the program.
2. Contact the department(s) offering the course(s) at the institution you plan to take the course(s) to determine if the course(s) is open to consortium students. If the course requires department permission, you will need to obtain written permission. This can be in an email or on department letterhead.
3. Pick up the Consortium Registration Form from the University of Maryland College Park Consortium Coordinator in 1113 C.M. Mitchell Jr. Building.
4. Complete the forms and obtain the required approvals and signatures.
   • Undergraduate students must obtain approval from the major department, the dean/assistant dean of the college, and comparable department (if course is outside of major).
   • Undergraduate students participating in ROTC programs must obtain approval from dean/assistant dean of the college.
   • Graduate students must obtain approval from the director of the graduate program in which they are enrolled
5. Return the completed form to the University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator along with any written permission from the department of the institution you plan to visit. The University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator will process the registration at the University of Maryland and will send a copy of the form to the institution you plan to visit. A stamped copy of the registration form will be returned to you to be used as an identification card at the visited institution and to show to the instructor of the course as a confirmation of enrollment.
6. If the course is cancelled, or if you want to change or drop the course, contact the University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator immediately. You must NOT drop the course through Registration (Drop/Add) in Testudo. Students must follow the University of Maryland registration deadlines. The University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator will notify the visited institution and make the appropriate changes. Failure to notify the University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator could result in failing grades assigned to your record.
7. At the end of the semester, grades for Consortium courses are sent to the University of Maryland Office of the Registrar by the visited institution. These grades are entered into the student’s record and converted into the University of Maryland College Park grading system. Consortium course grades are included in the calculation of the cumulative grade point average.

Other DC Consortium university students visiting University of Maryland

1. Contact the Consortium Coordinator at your home institution to complete required paperwork.
2. For courses that require permission or approval (this information is indicated on the individual course listings in the Schedule of Classes), students must contact the instructor and department for permission.
3. The Consortium Coordinator at your home institution will work with the University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator to complete your course registration. Visiting students are registered on the first day of classes and will receive confirmation of their registration by email. Be sure to write your email address clearly so that you can be contacted.
4. If the course is cancelled, or if you want to change or drop the course, you must contact the Consortium Coordinator of your home institution immediately. The Consortium Coordinator of your home institution will notify the University of Maryland Consortium Coordinator and make the appropriate changes. Failure to contact your home institution Consortium Coordinator could result in a failing grade assigned to your record.