Registering for classes
If you want WashU to register you for classes, send your WashU exchange advisor your course preferences by the deadline they give you. If you want to register yourself, you will register for classes using Workday . Your WashU exchange advisor will provide you with specific information about registration days and times. Below are other details about courses and registration.
View courses
You can view course listings in Workday.
Course credits
Most WashU courses are three credits, with some exceptions. Most students take between 12-17 courses a semester. Confirm your academic requirements with your home university. A minimum of 12 credits is required.
Course levels
In many disciplines, 100- and 200-level courses tend to
be broad and suitable to students with a range of experience, while 300- and 400-level classes assume background in the topic. Take course levels, your experience and requirements into consideration when searching for courses.
Setting up important tools
As you prepare to come to WashU, there are some important steps to take to ensure you have access to the right tools and resources and tools used across campus.
Student Email
It’s very important that you start using your @wustl.edu email address once you have it, as it’s the primary way you’ll receive information from the university.
WashU Key
Your WashU Key is the set of login credentials (login ID and password) you’ll use to access most WashU online services.
Workday Student
Workday Student is WashU’s foundational system to support academic operations at WashU.
Accommodations
If you receive academic accommodations for any learning, mental health
or physical disabilities from your home university, be sure to talk with your academic contact before you arrive to arrange for accommodations at WashU.