Winter Session

Advance registration begins October 30, 2023

Do you need an additional elective or general education course to graduate this spring? Or are you hoping to take less credits in the spring term? Accelerate progress toward your degree and enroll in an online course offered during the four-week winter break.

FAQs

Class Schedule

In what term will the winter classes appear in my class schedule?

Winter classes will be part of your Spring 2024 schedule.

When can I register for winter classes?

Spring 2024 Advance Registration will occur October 30 - November 15 for current and returning students. Enrollment appointments are assigned by earned credit totals and will occur each day between 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Graduate Students: October 30
Seniors: October 30-31
Juniors: November 1-3
Sophomores: November 6-9
Freshmen: November 10-15
Unclassified: November 15

The Schedule of Classes and enrollment appointments for Spring 2024 will tentatively be released the week of October 16.

Students new to UNI beginning with the Spring 2024 term will register during orientation.

Will I be charged additional tuition to take winter classes?

Winter classes will be charged in addition to any Spring 2024 courses on a student's schedule. The 2023-24 tuition rate is $350 per unit of undergraduate credit. Tuition and fees overview.

Supplemental tuition will be assessed for College of Business students.

Example: If a student enrolls in a 3-credit hour winter session course, and 9 credit hours of spring coursework, the student will be assessed 9 credits of spring 2024 tuition plus winter session tuition for a 3-credit course.

Example: If a student enrolls in a 3-credit hour winter session course, and 12 credit hours of spring coursework, the student will be assessed 12 credits of spring 2024 tuition plus the winter session tuition for a 3-credit course.

What are the winter classes dates?

December 18 - January 12

How many winter classes can I take over the 4-week timeframe?

Students are limited to a total of 4 hours of Winter Classes.

How often do winter classes meet?

Meeting patterns will depend on the class. Students should review the meeting pattern and notes within the course details when selecting winter classes. Due to the compressed timeframe, students should expect these classes to be more rigorous and demanding.

Will classes require minimum enrollments to be offered?

Yes. Winter classes must meet minimum enrollment requirements. Students will be notified if classes fail to meet minimum enrollments.

How many units can I take during the spring term?

A student may register for a maximum number of units in a semester without permission based upon undergraduate/graduate status or academic standing (on alert or probation standing). Find more information about the student load policy in Academic Program: Student Load in the UNI Catalog. If you wish to enroll above this maximum through your combination of winter plus regular spring units, you will need to submit a Student Request Form for approval to register for an overload. Students should talk with their advisor about course overload plans.

Tuition and Fees/Financial Aid

Will I be charged additional tuition to take winter classes?

Winter classes will be charged in addition to any Spring 2024 courses on a student's schedule. The 2023-24 tuition rate is $350 per unit of undergraduate credit. Tuition and fees overview.

Supplemental tuition will be assessed for College of Business students.

How will I be billed for winter classes?

Winter classes will be billed with the Spring 2024 term. U-bills will be generated on 1/2/2024 and will be due on 1/20/2024.

Will I be able to receive financial aid to pay for my winter classes?

Yes. Financial aid will be disbursed Monday, January 8, which is prior to the first u-bill due date for the spring term.

Are payment plans available?

Yes, payment plans are available. More information can be found at https://obo.uni.edu/student-accounts/payment-plan.

Will there be student employment available during winter break?

Take a look at the UNI Job Board. Employment opportunities are continually being added. If you are currently employed, check with your supervisor regarding availability over the break.

On-Campus Housing/Dining

Can I live on campus during the winter break?

Yes. Students with a 2023-24 academic year housing contract can live on campus continuously through winter break. Students are not asked to move off campus over breaks. Students moving on campus for the spring semester should contact Housing & Dining if they wish to move-in earlier than January 12, 2024.

Is there an additional cost to live on campus during the winter break?

No. The dorms remain open through winter break. Students with a 2023-24 academic year housing contract can live on campus continuously through winter break with no additional cost.

Will there be food options available during the winter break?

Yes. Biscotti's convenience store will be open during break. Piazza and Rialto will reopen January 13. For hours, visit uhd.uni.edu/dining-hours.