Take an Open University Class

Summer Open University class requests will open May 1!

• The summer term begins June 2, but there are multiple sessions with different dates. Please refer to the Chico State class schedule for specific class start and end dates.
• Open University fees are $402/unit.*

Request a Class

Step 1: Complete the Summer OU Add/Drop Form

Submit the Add Form or Drop Form for each course you wish to take. Once submitted, it will be routed for signatures as needed. 

Select the class(es) you would like to enroll in from the Chico State class schedule. The info needed for the Add/Drop form is noted here:

Step 2: Class Enrollment

We'll start enrolling students in their class(es) beginning Monday, May 19. Once enrolled, you'll receive an overnight confirmation email that includes your student ID number and instructions to claim your account. 

Step 3: Pay Fees Once Enrollment is Complete

After you receive your enrollment confirmation email, log into your Student Center to pay course fees or call 530-898-6105. Fees must be paid within 24 hours of reciving the enrollment confirmation email. 

Open University Fees

• Fees are $402/unit.*
• Fees are due at the time of enrollment. If fees are not paid within 24 hours of receiving your confirmation email, you will be dropped from the class(es). 
• A $10 late fee will be charged for any registrations after the 3rd day of the class. 
• Financial aid is not available to cover Open University fees.
• Any debt to the University or registration holds must be resolved before registration can take place.

Special Eligibility Requirements & Restrictions

• Admitted Chico State students are not eligible to take classes through Open University.
  - If you are a spring 2025 graduate and do not need the course for degree requirements, you are eligible for OU. 
  - If you are a spring 2025 graduate, and you do need the course to meet degree requirements, you need to refile for graduation and enroll via self-service registration in the student portal. 
• Chico State benefitted employees (state and CSE) who work a minimum .40 appointment are eligible for reduced Open University fees of $75/unit. Please email Continuing Education to confirm eligibility.
• If you are an Open University student and decide to apply for admission to the University, you must meet all regular admission requirements. Contact the University Admissions Office for additional information.
• Disqualified students and/or students who have been denied admission:
  - Academically disqualified students must meet with an academic advisor prior to completing the add form, and permission from the advisor is required
  - For students denied admission, approval from the Admissions Office (undergraduates) or your department's Graduate Coordinator (graduates) is required. 

Late Adds

All late adds after the 3rd day of the course require permission from the instructor, department chair, and college dean. A $10 late fee will be charged for each class added after the 3rd day of the course.

Drop or Swap a Class

Drops

• To drop a class, please submit a drop form. Failure to do so constitutes an unofficial withdrawal and can result in a failing grade for the course.
• On or before the first day, no approvals required.
• On the second day, instructor permission required.
• On the third day, instructor and department chair permission required.
• On or after the fourth day, instructor, chair, and dean permission required.
• Please review our refund policy before submitting your drop request.

Swaps

• To request a swap, please submit an online swap form. 
• Students can request swaps through the first day, and any fees paid will be transferred to the newly added course.
• After the first day, a 65% refund will be given for the dropped course and the newly added course will be charged at the full rate. The student is responsible for paying any difference in cost. 
• After the third day, no refund will be given for the dropped course, and the student must pay full price for the newly added course.

Refunds

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