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 2023 | Fall 2023 | |
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| Online Class Schedule Available | April 10 | April 10 |
| Priority Registration begins | May 8 | May 8 |
| Open Registration Begins | May 15 | May 15 |
| Your registration window | Registration appointment dates/times will be available on MyPalomar (Welcome tab) on/after May 3. Continue to check your Palomar email for updates. | Registration appointment dates/times will be available on MyPalomar (Welcome tab) on/after May 3. 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 (via Zoom) 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 2023. Limited appointments available- book your appointment early!
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!
Learn how to get your education plan before meeting with a counselor
Visit General Counseling - New Student Education Planning webpage
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
Applies to students who are under the age of 18 years old at the beginning of the fall term or summer session.
Complete the K12 Special Admission Approval Form and the attached Health Consent form for each semester that you are under the age of 18 years at the beginning of the term or summer session.
Summer Term (applies to students enrolling in a summer class and will be under 18 years old at the start of summer session): Submit a K12 Special Admissions form and the Health Consent form if you will not be 18 years old before the first day of summer session. It is very important that these forms are submitted prior to summer registration to avoid an enrollment hold. Graduating HS seniors, no signature from your high school is required.
Fall Term (applies to students enrolling in fall classes and will be under 18 years old at the start of the fall term): Submit a K12 Special Admissions form and the Health Consent form for the fall term if you will not be 18 years old before the first day of fall semester on August 21, 2023. No signature from your high school is required as you will no longer be in high school as of August 21, 2023. It is very important that these forms are submitted prior to fall registration to avoid an enrollment hold.
Please email the completed form to admissions@palomar.edu using your Palomar student email or submit it in person to the Palomar College Admissions Office.
To find your registration appointment date and time, log in to your MyPalomar student portal. Your registration appointment date and time will be listed under the Welcome tab. Appointments will be posted on your MyPalomar student portal on/after May 3. 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 8, 2023.
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.
Watch this video to learn how to find your registration appointment date and time via your MyPalomar student portal.
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
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). View PDF for additional information.
Browse the online class schedule for the upcoming semester. The fall 2023 online class schedule will be available to view on April 10th.
- View the online class schedule to browse class offerings. Select Fall 2023 from the drop down menu.
- Use My Class Finder - this tool lets you search by term, semester, subject, and both transfer and degree requirements.
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.
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 DRC) for Fall 2023 by June 30, 2023.
- 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 2023/2024 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.
Watch this video to learn how to register for your classes via MyPalomar
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
Watch this video to learn how to register for your classes via MyPalomar (in-depth version).
*Video created by Counseling Services Department
Need Help Registering for Classes?
Need help with registration? Attend any Comets Launch into Registration event starting on May 12 to get support selecting and registering in fall classes.
For more information and to register for an event, please visit the Comets Launch into Registration event webpage at: https://www.palomar.edu/studentsuccess/
Paying Your Fall Fees
(Applies to students who have applied to Palomar Promise for fall 2023)
Reminder: Students who have applied to Palomar Promise for 2023-2024 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 DRC approved units 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 eligible 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 the week of September 5th. 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.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE INFORMATION:
Students not confirmed for fall 2023 must plan to pay their entire balance or set up a payment plan by August 16th deadline date to avoid being dropped for non-payment (unless CCPG eligible). If the student is confirmed after paying their fees, their eligible enrollment fees will be refunded to them the week of September 5th. If the student schedules a payment plan, please note the $25 plan enrollment fee is non-refundable.
REGISTRATION SUPPORT
Comets Launch into Registration Events
Need assistance with registering for classes? Attend any Comet Launch into Registration event starting on May 12 to get support selecting and registering in your fall classes.
For more information and to RSVP for an event, please visit: https://www.palomar.edu/studentsuccess/
Back to College with TRIO NCEOC Events
Need assistance with registering for classes and/or applying for financial aid?
TRIO NCEOC will be hosting group appointments to support new and returning students with enrolment, admissions, and financial aid for Fall 2023 during their BACK TO COLLEGE WITH NCEOC events.
There are three dates at three different campuses to maximize the support we can provide students.
- Monday, 07/31, Palomar College San Marcos AA-140 from 10am-4pm
- Tuesday, 08/01, Escondido Education Campus ESC-101 from 10am-3pm
- Wednesday, 08/02, Fallbrook Center FEC-J01 from 10am-4pm
For more information and to book an appointment, please visit: https://www.palomar.edu/nceoc/in-person-student-event/
Visit the New Students Education Planning website to learn about the following:
- How to get your education plan before meeting with a counselor
- Locating your education plan in your MyPalomar (after meeting with a counselor)
- Preparing for your counseling appointment
- Registration help
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.
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
