Preparing For Fall Registration
Advanced preparation makes for a smoother, less stressful registration experience. It is not necessary to wait until registration appointments are assigned to begin planning for the upcoming term. Follow these steps below to prepare for registration.
Registration Information
Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 | |
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Online Class Schedule Available | April 8 | April 8 |
Priority Registration begins | May 6 | May 6 |
Open Registration Begins | May 13 | May 13 |
Your registration window | Registration appointment dates/times will be available on MyPalomar (Welcome tab) on/after May 1. Continue to check your Palomar email for updates. | Registration appointment dates/times will be available on MyPalomar (Welcome tab) on/after May 1. Continue to check your Palomar email for updates. |
PLANNING FOR REGISTRATION (Things to do before your registration appointment)
Schedule a 30 minute appointment to meet with a counselor to develop your education plan for your first semester. Sessions offered by Palomar Promise are open to new students who have applied to the Promise program for fall 2024. Limited appointments available- book your appointment early! Call the Promise Office at 760-744-1150, ext. 3931 to schedule your counseling appointment.
Helpful Tips to Prepare for Your Zoom Counseling Appointment:
- Zoom download is required for online appointments. Camera not required.
- You will receive an email from noreply@palomar.edu for Zoom appointment information. Watch this how-to video on how to check your email for your zoom online counseling appointment.
- Review How to Prepare for Your Online Counseling Appointment.
- After meeting with a counselor, watch this how-to-video to learn how to access your education plan via your MyPalomar student portal.
Additional Educational Planning Appointments
New students may also visit the General Counseling website for additional counseling appointments. We encourage you to explore the General Counseling website for additional resources to help you successfully plan your fall semester. There are student help videos, tips, guides and much more!
Know your degree requirements. Use the Palomar Pathways Mapper interactive tool to explore the degree and certificate maps for your pathway.
Helpful tip: The Palomar Pathways Mapper is a great tool to help guide you in selecting coursework for your major. This serves only as a guide and it is recommended you meet with with a counselor to make sure you are following the correct pathway and to create your personalized educational plan.
Watch this video to learn how to access the Palomar Pathways Mapper.
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
Watch this video to learn how to use the Palomar Pathways Mapper to explore the degree and certificate maps for your pathway.
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
To find your registration appointment date and time, log in to your MyPalomar student portal and click on the Welcome link located in the Message of the Day. Appointments will be posted on your MyPalomar student portal on/after May 1. Continue to check your Palomar student email for updates from the College as to when your appointment date/time can be viewed. Priority registration for fall semester begins on May 6, 2024.
Helpful Tip: Register early to get the classes you want at the times you want! By registering on your appointment date/time, you can plan ahead and make adequate preparations.
Learn about Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) courses and Low Textbook Cost (LTC) courses to save money on textbooks! When searching for classes online, look for these icons to determine if the course has a textbook which is either free or low cost (under $40).
Browse the online class schedule for the upcoming semester. The summer & fall 2024 online class schedule will be available to view starting April 8th.
- View the online class schedule to browse class offerings. Select Fall 2024 from the drop down menu.
Helpful tip: You can search for fall classes and add them to your shopping cart prior to your appointment date for faster registration. Just remember to log back in to your MyPalomar on your registration date/time to finish the enrollment process.
Student Help Videos
Watch the videos below to learn how to search, add and drop classes.
REGISTERING FOR CLASSES
On (or after) your assigned registration date and time, log in to MyPalomar to enroll in your classes!
Helpful Tip: Registering early gives you the opportunity to choose your classes while plenty of sections are still available.
Important Reminder:
- Register early! Promise spaces are limited. Priority will be given on a first-come, first-served basis to students who meet all eligibility requirements, including enrolling in a minimum of 12 units (or units approved by the Disability Resource Center) for Fall 2024 by July 1, 2024.
- Waitlisted classes do not count towards the full time status for Promise eligibility.
DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATIONS
Students seeking a waiver of the 12 unit minimum enrollment requirement for 2024/2025 due to disability-related accommodations are invited to contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at drc@palomar.edu or 760-744-1150, ext. 2375. Only students registered with the DRC may qualify to apply. For more information on how to register with the Palomar College DRC, please visit Palomar DRC.
STUDENT HELP VIDEOS
Watch these videos to learn how to register for classes
Watch this video to learn how to register for your classes via your MyPalomar student portal.
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
Watch this video to learn how to drop a class.
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
Watch this video to learn how to add your name to the waitlist if a class is full.
Helpful Resources:
Paying Your Fall Fees
(Applies to students who have applied to Palomar Promise for fall 2024)
Reminder: Students who have applied to Palomar Promise for 2024-2025 do not need to pay their fall fees at the time of registration.
For your fall registration bill, there are two options for students who applied to Palomar Promise and enroll in 12 units (or units approved by the Disability Resource Center- DRC) to pay fees:
1. Don't pay your bill now, courses will not be dropped for non-payment, and wait to find out if your status changes to confirmed Promise student. Preferred Option
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- If you are confirmed for Palomar Promise, your fall enrollment fees will be waived. Typically, Promise fees will be paid closer to the start of the semester. At that time, any costs covered by Palomar Promise will no longer appear on your student account. Note: you are still responsible for paying other fees not covered by Palomar Promise such as the health fee, student center fee, student rep fee, course material fees and parking permit. These fees can be paid in person at the Cashiers Office or online once your Promise enrollment fee payment has been posted to your student account.
- If you are not confirmed (not accepted) to participate in Palomar Promise, you will be responsible for paying your entire remaining balance.
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2. Pay your bill in full or schedule a payment plan.
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- If you are confirmed for Palomar Promise, your eligible enrollment fees will be refunded to you in early September. If you schedule a payment plan, please note the $25 plan enrollment fee is non-refundable.
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**Please note that partial payments cannot be made via the online payment system. For more information about how to make a payment, visit the Cashiers Office website.
REGISTRATION SUPPORT
Registration Support Sessions For New Students
Need help with registration? Attend a registration support session at Palomar College.
Starting on May 6 - May 16 from 4pm to 5pm, the Office for Student Success is providing virtual and in-person registration support for new students who already have an education plan and know which classes to take. Click here to sign up! Session details will be emailed to you after you sign up.
On May 17 from 12pm to 4pm & May 18 from 9am to 2pm, Palomar College is hosting a registration event on the San Marcos campus for new students who need help selecting and registering for classes. Click here to sign up!
For more information and to register for an event, please visit the Office for Student Success webpage at: https://www.palomar.edu/studentsuccess/
Visit the student help videos page to learn the basics of using and getting around Palomar College services such as how to register for classes, accessing your student email, logging into your MyPalomar student portal and so much more.
View the MyPalomar Student Portal FAQ page for more information about your Student Center!
Contact the Admissions Office at 760-744-1150, ext. 2164 if you have questions or encounter issues with registration.
- You may also visit the Admissions webpage for General Information regarding enrollment.
Watch this video to learn how to reset your MyPalomar password.
Need Additional Assistance?
My Palomar Help Desk Hours
Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 5PM
Phone: (760) 744-1150 x2140