The Open University program allows high school graduates, working adults, and students from other universities to attend regular SDSU classes if classroom space is still available once matriculated students have registered. This opportunity is available in the spring, summer, and fall semesters. Students must meet all course prerequisites prior to enrolling in Open University.
There is no application process required to enroll in an Open University course.
No, regularly admitted (matriculated) SDSU students are NOT permitted to take classes through Open University.
You will be required to have:
1) the schedule number of the course you want to enroll in,
2) the prerequisites met for the course you are trying to enroll in,
3) your nine-digit SDSU RedID number, and
4) a valid form of payment.
Use the Get Your RedID link during your new account creation process to look up or create a new RedID. A pop-up window will appear with instructions on how to get your SDSU RedID number. Once you get your RedID, it will appear at the bottom of the pop-up window. Record your RedID number so you can enter it at registration.
Check SDSU's current class schedule for the courses you want, and to see which courses are open. Make sure you have checked and met the course prerequisites prior to registration. Follow the steps above to register and pay online for any open SDSU course at ces.sdsu.edu/openu. You may also register in open classes in person, by phone, by U.S. mail, by fax, or by secure email. For information on how to submit by secure email, contact the registration office. Waitlists must be done online only.
Fees for undergraduate and graduate classes can be found each semester on the CES Open University registration page at ces.sdsu.edu/open#fees.
Use the SDSU online Wait List process during your Open University registration to request a seat in a closed class if desired. SDSU matriculated students have priority for all waitlisted courses. Open University students will be notified by email when they have been enrolled in a class that has been waitlisted; payment instructions will be included.
The credit earned for Open University classes is non-matriculated resident credit. Twenty-four units of non-matriculated resident credit may be applied toward an SDSU undergraduate degree.
Open University students can purchase an SDSU semester parking permit online at the Aztec Parking Portal. SDSU ID cards can be purchased at the CES Cashiers office at Gateway Center. (ID cards are not available for purchase online).
CES students are encouraged to check with various banks, credit unions, and lending institutions, many of which now offer private alternative loan programs for continuing education. For additional information visit our Registration Information page.
Open University students must register, complete payment, and create an SDSUid account prior to signing on to Blackboard. Please allow 2-3 business days for the process. For assistance contact CES Registration and Enrollment Services at (619) 594-5152 or ces.registrar@sdsu.edu.
Drops are available online, in person, or by mail (no signature required). To drop online, log into your CES account and select “Open University Registration” and “Drop a Course.” To drop a class in person or by mail, fill out an Extended Studies transaction form, and return the form to Extended Studies by the drop deadline. Transaction forms can be obtained at ces.sdsu.edu; choose “Forms and Publications.” (Withdrawals require instructor signature and are not available online.)
The refund policy and deadline dates for Open University registration can be found at ces.sdsu.edu/open#deadlines.
Open University students may request late registration/drop/withdrawal after deadline dates by completing a “Petition for Special Consideration Form” and a registration or transaction form. “Petition for Special Consideration” forms with detailed instructions can be found at ces.sdsu.edu; choose “Forms and Publications.” Petition fee is $20 and a $25 late fee applies.
Call the Extended Studies Registration Office at (619) 594-5152 or email ces.registrar@sdsu.edu.
For more information, email openu.ces@sdsu.edu or call (619) 594-0845.
If you have registration questions, contact the College of Extended Studies Registration and Enrollment Services at (619) 594-5152 or ces.registrar@sdsu.edu.