This FAQ page answers some of the questions frequently posed by graduate students as they register for graduate courses at Cedarville University. The following responses are provided to assist you on your academic journey.

Do I need to be admitted to take graduate classes at Cedarville?

Yes. To enroll in a class, either as a degree-seeking or non-degree seeking student, you must be admitted to the University through graduate admissions before you can register for classes. For admission criteria, view the admission requirements for your program.

How do I register for classes?

All graduate course registrations are completed through the office of the registrar using a web-based interface called WebAdvisor. Reference graduate registration instructions or access WebAdvisor for more information.

What classes should I take?

Please consult with your program advisor for advice on degree planning. Upon admission into a graduate program, each student is assigned a program advisor. Your program advisor provides guidance throughout the course of study.

You may view the graduate course schedules page, reference graduate registration instructions, or access WebAdvisor to find a current listing of courses for your program.

When can I register for classes?

Graduate course schedules are provided by the office of the registrar and prepared prior to each graduate term. Registration begins in March for the summer and fall semesters and in October for the spring semester.

You may view the graduate course schedules page, reference graduate registration instructions, or access WebAdvisor to find a current listing of courses for your program.

How do I search for classes in current and future terms?

View the graduate course schedules page, reference graduate registration instructions, or access WebAdvisor for more information.

How do I view my current class schedule?

Reference graduate registration instructions or access WebAdvisor for your current class schedule.

How do I add or drop a class?

Reference graduate registration instructions or access WebAdvisor for more information.

How do I register for a closed class?

A closed class requires permission from the course instructor. Contact us in the office of the registrar for more information.

Can I transfer graduate credits from another institution into a graduate program?

Yes. Students may transfer graduate credit from an accredited program into a Cedarville graduate program.  Each graduate program may allow a different amount of hours to transfer into the program.  To request transfer credit, send an official transcript directly from the transfer institution to the office of the registrar at Cedarville University.

Once an official transcript is received, the office of the registrar will work with the director of your graduate program to evaluate the transfer request. The office of the registrar notifies graduate students by e-mail when approved transfer credits have been added to their transcripts.

Is there anything I need to do before the first day of classes?

Each student is strongly encouraged to review their class schedule for accuracy in WebAdvisor. Discuss any discrepancies immediately with the office of the registrar.

Where do I purchase my textbooks?

Textbooks may be purchased through the University Bookstore. Before ordering textbooks, view and print your class schedule from WebAdvisor.  Your class schedule will provide you with the class codes and numbers you need to locate your textbooks.

How do I pay for my classes?

View payment and account balances for more information.

Where is the office of the registrar?

The office of the registrar is located on the campus of Cedarville University in the Stevens Student Center on the lower level. View the contact us page for more information.

Have more questions?

Please contact us in the office of the registrar.