Class Enrollment
Take a Class with Us
Whether you're enrolled in another institution and need transfer credit, want to try a class before you commit to applying to a program or just want to learn something new - we have what you need.
You don't need to apply for admission to UMass Amherst to take a class. You can enroll as a Non-Degree student and start taking classes for credit now.
Enrolling in classes is easy.
Choose your student status and follow the steps to enroll. Need help in determining your student status? Contact us at @email or 413-545-3653.
For self-study classes and University-scheduled classes, please see section below for details on how to enroll.
You have never attended UMass Amherst and plan to take a course or you have applied for admission and would like to take a class prior to your official start date.
You are currently active in a UMass Amherst program or are actively taking classes as a Non-Degree student.
You have attended UMass Amherst either as a matriculated or non-degree student in the past but are not currently taking classes.
You wish to only take a non-credit class (any class that does not offer academic credit) regardless of whether or not you're a new, inactive or current student.
NOTE: This includes Winter School for Turf Managers and MTEL.
Helpful Resources
Academic Calendar
Learn about the tuition and fees and cost per credit associated with taking classes through University Without Walls.
Instructions on how to drop a UWW class.
Other Enrollment Processes
Enrollment in some types of classes may require instructor permission, have a limited enrollment period or special instructions depending on the term in which they are taken. Please review the details for which type of class you wish to enroll.
Ready to apply?
If you are ready to apply to a program, review the admissions criteria for your program and apply now. Not sure which program may be your best choice, explore all programs.
