Non-Degree (Visiting) Student Application

Non-Degree Application Deadlines:

Fall Semester – August 17 
Winter Intersession – December 18
Spring Semester – January 15
Summer Session I – May 18 
Summer Session II/III – June 15

The Summer '26 Session I and Session II/III application is now open! Opening date for Fall '26 is currently TBD.

Important Non-Degree information:

The following information is applicable for visiting non-degree students only. CUNY E-permit students should refer to the information indicated on the E-Permit page.

Registration for accepted Non-Degree (Visiting) students will begin approximately one month prior to the start of the semester, on a space available basis. Please refer to the academic calendar for session/semester start and end dates, payment deadlines, and other important information. Please note, students educated outside of the United States cannot apply as a Non-Degree (Visiting) student and we do not process Graduate Non-Degree requests. You may review our College Bulletin for further details.

Non-Degree Tuition information:

All Non-Degree/Visiting students are required to pay their tuition balance in full prior to the start of each course they are enrolled in. If your tuition balance remains unpaid by the date(s) listed below, you may be dropped from your course(s) and not be able to re-enroll.

Non-Degree student tuition payment deadlines:

• Summer '26:
  • 3-Week-1 Session (3W1):  May 27, 2026 (class starts June 1)
  • 3-Week-2 Session (3W2):  June 30, 2026 (class starts July 6)
  • 3-Week-3 Session (3W3):  July 21, 2026 (class starts July 27)
  • 5-Week-1 Session (5W1):  May 27, 2026 (class starts June 1)
  • 5-Week-2 Session (5W2):  July 7, 2026 (class starts July 13)
  • 8-Week-1 Session (8W1):  May 27, 2026 (class starts June 1)
• Fall '26:
  • Regular Academic Session: August 25, 2026 (class starts August 28)

Steps to Apply as a Non-Degree (Visiting) student:

1. Utilize Global Class Search to view course offerings for the semester of your choosing. Once you find a course/s of interest, please take note of the course abbreviation, number, section, and CLASS number. Consult with a home college advisor to ensure that your desired courses are transferable to your home college.
2. Complete your Non-Degree (Visiting) application. You will be required to pay a non-refundable fee of $65 for each application you submit, so please ensure you request the appropriate semester on your application. The $65 non-refundable fee will appear on your CUNYFirst account once your application is submitted and processed and you are responsible for paying this fee regardless of whether you enroll in classes for the semester. Prerequisites for your requested course/s are required. Students are only permitted to take one Winter course.

• For first-time college students (or college students with less than 24 college credits), a final high school transcript showing proof of graduation (or GED scores), SAT or ACT scores*, and a transcript from every prior institution attended is required. Any additional transcripts can be sent to us directly via email if needed (contact information below).
• For applicants with prior college or university course work (24 college credits or more), a transcript from every prior institution attended is required. Proof of high school graduation is optional. Any additional transcripts can be sent to us directly via email if needed (contact information below).
• Spring 2025 Through Spring 2027 Admission – SAT/ACT Test Optional Policy: Learn more about the SAT/ACT Test Optional Policy.