Graduate Student-at-Large In-person

Graduate Student-at-Large

Course Registration

Application deadlines
Round Deadline
Winter Quarter 2025 (international) Nov. 05, 2024
Winter Quarter 2025 Dec. 03, 2024
Spring Quarter 2025 (international) Dec. 17, 2024
Summer Quarter 2025 (international) Mar. 04, 2025
Spring Quarter 2025 Mar. 04, 2025
Summer Quarter 2025 May. 15, 2025
Autumn Quarter 2025 (international) Jun. 04, 2025
Autumn Quarter 2025 Sep. 03, 2025

How to Register for Courses as a Graduate Student at Large

Once you are admitted into one the Graduate Student-at-large (GSAL), Graduate Student-at-large: Business (GSALB), or Returning Scholars programs (RS), you will work closely with the Program Director and the GSAL admissions team to get enrolled in suitable courses of your choice. You may preview upcoming undergrad and graduate courses here. Students are admitted every academic quarter: Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer.

Move Your Education and Career Forward

Students may enroll in undergraduate courses at the College and/or graduate courses in the Divisions of the Biological SciencesPhysical SciencesSocial Sciences, and Humanities, and at the graduate schools in DivinityPublic PolicySocial WorkBusiness, and Law, and Liberal and Professional Studies. Whether preparing for a graduate program or looking to upskill for careers opportunities, there are many fields of study to choose from.

Maintaining Eligibility

Maintain active status by registering for classes each quarter after admission to the program. Failing to do so will result in losing Student Life benefits. To renew status or for any restrictions or alerts on your account, please contact Program Director Esther Pandian-Riske. Ensure there are no holds on your account before registration that may impact to enroll in upcoming undergraduate and graduate courses. Prior to the registration period, use the online registration tools available at MyUChicago.

Please note: All GSAL students considering any MA or PhD program at the University of Chicago must consult with the Admissions/Program Directors of their intended graduate program to determine if any courses taken through GSAL can be transferred upon successful admission. GSAL courses do not automatically transfer into any MA or PhD program. Please note that no courses transfer into MAPSS.

Course Adjustment Policy: Add, Drop, and Withdrawal

With instructor consent, GSAL students are able to add courses during the first three weeks of a academic quarter, although most classes are closed after the first week. Students are permitted to drop classes through Friday of the third week of the quarter.

  • Weeks 1–3: Drop requests submitted by 4:30 pm Friday of third week will receive 100% tuition refund.
  • Week 3: Classes may not be dropped after Friday at 4:30 pm.
  • Week 4–10: Withdraw from courses. Must be done before the final exam. 
  • Withdrawal Policies:
    • In some cases, withdrawal requests must be made earlier in the quarter. Please check with GSAL admission staff for specific divisional policy. 
    • A grade of W will be recorded on the transcript, and no tuition refund will be granted.
    • Students considering withdrawal should contact Program Director Esther Pandian-Riske.
  • Class attendance: Non-attendance does not constitute dropping or withdrawing and may result in a failing grade.

Quick Links for GSAL Students

Academic Resources:

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