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Non Degree Seeking University of Portland Graduate Students

Graduate non degree students are defined as any student who has completed an undergraduate degree and is interested in taking courses without being enrolled into a program. Find more information below, and the full definition in the University Bulletin.

Graduate non-degree seeking students cannot accumulate more than 9 credit hours at the University of Portland.
Students must reapply every semester.
Please familiarize yourself with the tuition and fees structure in preparation for payment following registration.
- Students who have already earned a bachelor's degree and are enrolling as a non-degree seeking students pay graduate tuition (even if the course requested is lower level).
- Auditing a course (rather than earning a grade) costs half of the regular tuition price. Please request to audit on the registration form.
Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid.

Application Steps and Checklist

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Verify Course Availability

Prior to completing the application, visit the Dynamic Course Schedule to verify that the course you are interested in taking has open seats. The Dynamic Course Schedule will be available beginning one month prior to registration. Non degree seeking students are the last to register for courses. We are unable to process applications until registration for degree-seeking students has ended. Registration must occur before the class begins. Applications will not be available until after the registration period for the term has begun. You can find registration dates on the Academic Calendar. Email gradschl@up.edu with any questions.

Complete Application and Registration Form

Complete the following forms:

Submit official transcript reflecting bachelor's degree conferred.

Electronic transmittal: use gradschl@up.edu as the delivery address
Hard copy mailed to: University of Portland Graduate School 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. Portland, OR 97203

Post-Registration Information

Once your application is processed and you are registered for classes, you will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to access your UP account, course material, and view your bill.
You can pick up your UP ID card at Campus Safety.
Health insurance is not covered for non-degree seeking students.