Frequently Asked Questions - Loyola Marymount University

How do I know which classes to take?

Use DegreeWorks (located under the Academics tab on your myLMU homepage) to assess your outstanding degree requirements (major, minor, core, credits, etc.)
Review the 4-Year Plan/Checklist for your major. 4-Year Plans and Major Checklists can be found here.
If you still have questions, reach out to your faculty advisor to schedule an appointment. The name of your faculty advisor can be found on PROWL and DegreeWorks.

The registration period is approaching. What should I do?

Use DegreeWorks to review your outstanding degree requirements and be sure to meet with your faculty advisor to ensure that you are on track.
Visit the Registration menu on PROWL. Select “Prepare for Registration” to view your assigned registration date/time and to check for holds on your account. Account hold can prevent you from registering, so be sure to call or email the office that placed the hold in order to find out how it can be removed. For term advising holds, please contact your faculty advisor to schedule a meeting.
Use the “Browse Classes” option on the PROWL Registration menu to view classes before your assigned registration date/time. You may find it helpful to create a list of classes you are interested in taking ahead of your registration date/time. When you are able to register, utilize the “Register for Classes” option on the Registration menu to add and drop classes.

The class I want to take is already full. How do I get in?

In the event that your preferred course is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist when it becomes available on the PROWL Registration. If a seat in the class becomes available, students will be invited via email to register for the course in the order that they appear on the waitlist.
Additionally, it would be beneficial to have back-up options if your preferred course is full. Please note that BCLA advisors cannot provide capacity overrides for full courses, though you may make an appointment for assistance in selecting an alternative course.

I’m interested in taking a course that is restricted to a particular field of study, but I am not part of that major. How can I add the class?

Using the LMU Directory, reach out to the chair of the department that is offering the course to request an override. It is at the chair’s discretion whether or not to allow non-major/minor students into a major/minor course. If the course is outside of BCLA, you may contact the college that is offering the course for more information.

I’m interested in taking a course that is restricted to a particular class standing, but I do not have enough earned units posted to my record to be considered a Junior/Senior. How can I add the class?

Using the LMU Directory, reach out to the chair of the department that is offering the course to request an override. It is at the chair’s discretion whether or not to allow Freshmen and Sophomore students into courses reserved for Junior and Senior students. If the course is outside of BCLA, you may contact the college that is offering the course for more information.

How many units do I need to take per semester to be considered fulltime?

You must be enrolled in 12 semester hours to be considered a fulltime student.

I have reached the maximum number of units I can take in a given semester (18 semester hours), but I would like to add additional classes. How can I do so?

You will need to apply for a Unit Overload through your college’s Dean’s Office. Complete the form through the Registrar’s online service portal here.
If applying for a Unit Overload through BCLA, you will also be asked to submit an explanation of your request and a 4-Year Plan detailing your remaining semesters at LMU.
Unit Overload petitions have two additional prerequisites:
1. Must have a 3.50 overall GPA.
2. Must be either a Junior or Senior.

I have Advanced Placement (AP)/International Baccalaureate credit from high school. How does this get applied toward my degree?

Be sure to have your official test scores submitted to LMU’s Office of the Registrar. If you have had your scores submitted and they have not yet been posted to your record, please reach out to the Registrar’s Office directly.
Check out the Advanced Placement Credit page for information regarding exams and their LMU course/credit equivalencies.

What is Credit/No Credit grading? How can I take one of my classes on a Credit/No Credit basis rather than a graded basis?

Always consult a faculty or academic advisor prior to applying Credit/No Credit grading to one of your courses.
Students may take courses which are offered on a Credit/No Credit basis for up to 20% of their total semester hours requirement for graduation. For undergraduate courses, a grade of CR may be given for performance equal to or greater than a grade of "C." A CR/NC course will not affect the grade point average. Courses offered on a graded basis which a student elects to take on a CR/NC basis will NOT fulfill the requirements or your academic major, academic minor, or University Core. In other words, if you select CR/NC grading you can only receive elective credit for the course and the course cannot be used to satisfy any major, minor or core requirements.
You may apply for Credit/No Credit grading by submitting a form through the Registrar’s online service portal here.

How do I add, drop, or change a major/minor?

If after consulting a faculty or academic advisor you would like to make changes to your program of study, please complete the Change of Program form through the Registrar’s online service portal here.
Please note that certain programs (particularly those in colleges outside of BCLA) may have additional admittance policies and requirements.

I would like to take a class at another university and have it transferred to LMU. How can I do so?

Use the Registrar’s complete list of transfer agreements to decide which university and course are right for you. Note that there are specific transfer agreements which list courses that are applicable to your University Core requirements in the second and fourth columns on the page.
Once you have decided on a university and a course, complete a Transfer Course Review form through the Registrar’s online Forms page.
The Registrar recommends that you do not register for the course at the outside institution until you receive approval on the Transfer Course Review form. Once your request has been evaluated by the Registrar’s Office, you will receive notice of approval or denial via your LionMail account.
If approved for transfer, register in the course you have selected. Note LMU’s policy regarding concurrent enrollment: LMU degree-seeking students may not enroll at another institution while enrolled at LMU with the purpose of transferring credits.
Once you have completed the course, send your official transcript with final grade posted to LMU’s Registrar Office for posting.

I have a unique/specific question about university policy. Whom should I ask?

Refer to the University Bulletin for additional information regarding university policy.
You may also reach out directly to the Registrar’s Office via phone or email.

Where can I find academic support, such as course tutoring and research assistance?

Check out the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for tutoring support and information about our campus Writing Center.
The Hannon Library offers research consultations and one-on-one appointments with librarians.

Where can I find mental health and wellness resources?

Student Psychological Services (SPS) offers a number of programs and resources related to mental health and wellness.