Summer & Fall 2026 Registration Prep

Registration opens Monday, April 13, 2026.

The Summer & Fall class schedule usually appears in late March, so planning can start early! :)

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1) A simple plan before registration day

2–3 weeks before

• Check what classes you still need for your major and graduation plan.

• Pick your top 4–6 classes for Fall, plus 2 backup options for each.

• Look for prerequisites and class notes (labs, discussions, linked sections).

1 week before

• Build Plan A and Plan B schedules.

• Write down course numbers/CRNs so you can add classes fast.

• Confirm your registration time in Banner.

The day before

• Log in once to make sure your ePass works.

• Check for holds or missing steps.

• Make sure you have your advisor registration code!!

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2) Tips to grab seats in required classes

• Register for required major courses first.

• Add classes in this order:

  1. Major requirements

  2. Labs/discussions linked to those courses

  3. Time-sensitive courses (offered once a year)

  4. Gen Ed / electives

• Use the waitlist if the course offers it.

• Keep a backup section ready, then swap later if a seat opens.

Quick “how to register” reminder

Banner Self-Service path:

• Log in → Student Services → Registration → Register for Classes

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3) Advisor meeting checklist (bring this list!)

Bring:

• Your Plan A + Plan B course list (with CRNs if you can)

• Your target credit total for Fall

• A short list of questions

Ask your advisor:

• “Which required class fills fastest?”

• “Which class runs once per year?”

• “What sequence works best for my major?”

• “Do I need a lab or discussion section?”

• “Can you confirm my registration code?”

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4) Full-time planning (especially important for Fall)

PLU defines full-time undergraduate enrollment as 12–17 credits.

A balanced Fall plan can look like this:

• 12 credits: 3 classes (good balance)

• 14–16 credits: 4–5 classes (busy, but manageable with smart mixing)

If you are an international student, talk with ISS BEFORE making changes that affect full-time enrollment. (Rules can vary by situation)

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Mini checklist 📋

• Plan A + Plan B made

• CRNs saved in notes

• Registration time checked in Banner

• Advisor code ready

• Credit total planned (aim 12–17 for full-time)

by Luna, ISS Intern