Interim Session FAQ
Q: When is the Interim Session?
A: The Interim Session will be December 14, 2009 through January 8, 2010. The university is closed December 23, 24, 25, January 1.
Q: Who can take courses during the Interim Session?
A: Currently enrolled and returning students* or students from another college or university are eligible to register for the Interim Session. UNC students must complete 24 credits prior to registering for the Interim Session. Students on academic probation are not eligible to register for the Interim Session.
*Returning students – those who haven’t attended the University of Northern Colorado for one year – also are eligible but must first complete the Student Information Form and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Please allow one working day for processing the form before registering.
Q: I’m a non-UNC student. How do I take classes?
A: If you are a student from another college, visit the Registrar's Site and follow the short instructions on how to obtain online access to Ursa, which is necessary to register for classes.
Q: When can I register for the Interim Session?
A: - You can register beginning October 14, 2009. No PIN is required.
Q: I’m a UNC student, how do I register for the Interim Session?
A: Log on to Ursa to register for Interim Session courses. For information about using Ursa to register, visit the Class Registration Help Sheet(PDF).
Q: Where can I find a list of Interim Session courses?
A: Use either the Look Up Classes function or the Register, Drop or Add Classes function in the Registration Tools section of Ursa to view an up-to-date list of Interim Session classes. If you don’t have access to Ursa yet, you can also access the schedule by visiting the Schedule of Classes.
Q: Are all the Interim Session courses online courses?
A: The majority of Interim Session courses will be offered online, however there are some on-campus offerings that will be held in classrooms on the Northern Colorado campus. You will be notified of the exact location(s) before the classes begin.
Q: How many credits can I take?
A: You may register for up to four credit hours.
Q: Will I be charged in-state or out-of-state tuition?
A: You will pay the same tuition rate – in-state or out-of-state – for the Interim Session as you do for a regular academic term.
Q: Will differential tuition be charged?
A: Yes, the differential tuition rates for business, nursing, theater, music and music/theater courses still apply. For more information about the differential tuition rates, visit the Costs Page.
Q: Will I be charged student fees if I’m not on campus?
A: Student fees will be charged only for on-campus courses for the Interim Session.
Q: Will university housing be available during Interim Session?
A: Yes, students taking Interim Session classes will be assigned to Lawrenson Hall, a university-owned house or a unit in University Apartments, as space is available. For additional information, call 970-351-2721 or visit the Housing Web site.
Q: Will meal plans or Dining Dollars be available during Interim?
A: No, university dining plans will not be available during Interim Session
Q: Will advising be available?
A: Yes. The Academic Support and Advising Office in Michener Library will maintain regularly scheduled office hours during the Interim Session. It will be closed the days the university is closed for the holiday. For additional information, contact the ASA office at 970-351-1391 or advising@unco.edu.
Q: Is there tutoring assistance available during Interim Session?
A: No, tutoring assistance is not available during Interim Session.
Q: Will the libraries be open during Interim Session?
A: Yes. Both Michener Library and Skinner Music Library will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The libraries will be closed December 23, 24, 25 and January 1, 2, and 3. The Libraries databases are available 24 hours a day.
Q: When is the add/drop deadline?
A:You can add Interim Session courses through December 15, 2009. You can drop through December 16, 2009. To drop your Interim Session class, contact the Registrar's Office.
Q: I have a registration hold; can I still register?
A: If you have a hold because of a past-due balance, you will be required to pay that balance before you will be allowed to register.
Q: Will the Technical Support Center (TSC) be open?
A: Yes. The TSC will be taking calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, during the Interim Session. The TSC can be reached by calling 970-351-4357 or 1-800-545-2331, or by visiting Technical Supports SupportU Web site.
Q: Is financial aid available for Interim Session courses?
A. No. You can only enroll in four credits for the Interim Session. You must have at least six credits to be eligible for financial aid.
Q: Do I get my COF stipend?
A: Yes, but you must apply for COF, if you already haven’t, and you must authorize the university to accept the COF funds on your behalf for the Interim Session. You will be asked if you want to authorize COF when you register.
Q: When will I be billed?
A: You will be notified via your BearMail e-mail account on December 8 that you have a bill to view/pay in Ursa, and payment will be due December 22, 2009. If you register for an Interim Session course after December 8, you can view the amount due in the My Account channel under the Financial Tab in Ursa.
Q: can I transfer classes to another institution?
Colorado has an agreement among all community colleges and four-year colleges that does allow liberal arts courses (may also be called general education or core courses at other institutions) to transfer between institutions. Courses may transfer to other four year institutions,all students should check with your home institution for further information.
Q: If I change my mind, can I withdraw from the online courses?
A: Yes, you can withdraw from courses through December 28, 2009.
Q: Whom can I call for more information?
A:
- Registrar’s Office: 970-351-2478
- Graduate School: 970-351-2831
- Academic Support and Advising: 970-351-1391
- University Libraries: 970-351-2671
- Office of Financial Aid: 970-351-2502
- Extended Studies: 970-351-2885
- Accounts Receivable: 970-351-2201
- Information Technology: 970-351-2341