Other Students

New students wishing to audit a class must complete two steps:

1. Apply to the university as a special/auditing student using the UW System Application.
2. Request an emailed version of the Audit a Course form. When the form arrives to you by email, complete and submit it following the instructions on the form.

A class audit is allowed on a space available basis and only with the written approval of the instructor. Audit registration cannot be done on SOLAR.

View the Academic Catalog and Course Schedule.

Learn more about class audits, tuition and fees, and changing from audit to credit.

Re-entry students are students who previously attended UW-Parkside but have not been enrolled for two semesters or more.

Learn more about reapplying to Parkside.

Special or Visiting (non-degree seeking) students are students who choose to take one or more classes at UW-Parkside for a number of purposes. Students may take part-time classes at Parkside while pursuing their degree at another institution, take classes for personal enrichment, take classes for professional development, and more.  

Note: 

• Non-degree seeking students  are not eligible for financial aid from UW-Parkside.
• Non-degree seeking students are required to re-apply each semester they wish to enroll in a course.
• Enrollment is limited to six credits unless a credit overload form is approved.
• A maximum of 15 credits can be applied to UW-Parkside’s graduation requirements from enrollment under this status.

Application Process:

1. Apply as a non-degree seeking student using the UW System Application.
2. Review the course schedule. If you wish to take any course with prerequisites, email the professor. Attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts that demonstrates your prerequisite coursework along with your reason for requesting to enroll in the course.

Note: No application fee is required for special/visiting students.