How to Register

The first step in the registration process is to find classes you are interested in taking. PSU only lists their class schedule online; instructions for viewing it are below. We also keep a printed copy of the course catalog in the hallway outside the SALC office. No appointment is necessary to view the catalog, however you will need an activated ID card to enter the URBN building, or you will need to call the office to be let in. 

Searching the online PSU class schedule

• Visit the PSU class schedule, and click on "Browse Class Schedule" to view a complete schedule of classes offered by term.
• Select a term on the pull-down menu and press Continue. 
• Either fill in Search Criteria to look for class specifics, or leave the fields blank to see the entire list of classes in all departments.
• The "Advanced Search" offers even more search options.
• Once you have found a course that looks interesting, click on the class title to view further details, including course descriptions and mode of instruction.
• To find the instructor's email, go to the right side column titled "instructor", click on the instructors name. A box will pop up that lists their email. 

Learn more about PSU course delivery methods (i.e. WEB, in-person, hybrid, etc.)

Note: Auditors are responsible for any additional fees associated with their class. This includes lab and art fees as well as courses taught on the web ($22/credit).

Looking for inspiration? Take a look at these thematic learning pathways for an idea of what kinds of classes you can audit. 

When you have identified the class(es) you would like to audit, send an email to the instructor requesting permission to audit the class. See step 1 for instructions on how to find professors' emails in the online class schedule. You may also consider including a link to the Info for Faculty webpage as not all instructors are familiar with SALC.

• Senior auditors may register for up to 8 credits per term. 
• Registration dates are listed on the SALC homepage and on the academic calendar. Senior Auditors are considered "non-degree" students when referring to the academic calendar.
• If the course you want to take is listed as full, please request approval from the instructor after the first day of the term. Senior auditors cannot be placed on the waitlist. Instructors will have a better idea of available class space once the term begins.
   

Important Info to Include in Your Email to the Professor:

Below is a template you can follow when emailing instructors. You don't need to copy it word for word, but it can help the professor better understand your interest in their class. The bulleted information must be included in your email. Without this important info, the SALC office cannot process your registration with the Registrar's Office. 

EXAMPLE:

Dear Professor ____,

My name is ___ and I am a senior auditor with the Senior Adult Learning Center (SALC) at PSU. I am requesting permission to audit (insert class name). I would like to audit your class because ___ (insert reason you want to audit their class). If you approve, please respond to this email stating your approval and I will send it to the SALC team to finalize registration. Thank you for your time and consideration. 

If you would like more information about SALC you can check out their info for faculty webpage.

Thank you, 
Your Name, PSU ID number

• Auditor First and Last Name
• PSU ID # (a 9-digit number)
• Course Title
• Course Subject (ex: ANTH)
• Course Number (ex: 335)
• CRN Number (ex: 50013)

Once you receive an approval email from the instructor, forward that email to salc@pdx.edu. SALC staff will confirm that your materials have been received and will work with PSU's Office of the Registrar to get you registered. 

SALC will not send you a confirmation of registration, due to the high volume of requests we receive. You can check your registration at my.pdx.edu (see Step 4). 

Check myPSU to Confirm Your Class Registration:

After you have forwarded your approval email to SALC, you can confirm that you are registered for the correct class. (Please allow 24-48 hours for us to process your registration request.) 

• Go to my.pdx.edu
• Log in with your ODIN username and password
• When you log in you will see a HOLD on your account. You may ignore this hold - its purpose is to prevent PSU from charging you tuition. 
• On the left hand side choose "Academics"
• From the drop down menu next to weekly schedule choose the appropriate term
• This should show your upcoming term enrollments. It will also tell you when and where the class will meet. 

If the class is incorrect or not showing up please email us (salc@pdx.edu)

Pick up your student ID if needed:

If you already have an unexpired student ID you can skip this step. 

• Once you are officially registered you can pick up your student ID.
• Student IDs are valid for 6 years, the expiration date is on the backside of the ID
• Visit the Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) during regular business hours to pick up your ID (be sure to bring a government ID with you). 
• Your student ID will give you access to buildings on campus as long as you are registered for at least 1 credit hour (including Summer term).

More information on the ID services website: https://www.pdx.edu/student-finance/id-cards

Access course materials on Canvas:

Canvas courses generally don't get released until the week that classes begin. Each professor is different when they release their Canvas course. 

• Go to canvas.pdx.edu
• Log on with your ODIN log on
• Click on Dashboard
• Find the class you are registered for and click on the name
• Explore the home page
• Click announcements to see any announcements the professor has made.
• Click modules to see course content including readings, presentations, and other course materials. 

For more detailed help and instructions for Canvas, see this page.

Please familiarize yourself with the Class Participation Guidelines for Senior Auditors, and clarify with the instructor how they would like you to participate in the class.

Dropping courses:

If you register for a course and then decide to drop it, you must email salc@pdx.edu so we can process it for you. Please include your student ID number and the course CRN # in your email. If you never go to a course, you are not automatically dropped and are still responsible for any fees* associated with the course. 

*If the course has fees the last day to drop with 100% refund is the Friday of week 1. Dropping the class anytime after that will result in a reduction of your refund. See the academic calendar for the specific refund rates.