FAQ
Q: When is the Interim Session?
A: The Interim Session will be December 17, 2007 through January 11, 2008. The University is closed December 24, 25, 26 and January 1st.
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.
Q: I’m a non-UNC student. How do I take classes?
A: If you are a student from another college, log onto the Registrar's Web site and follow the easy instructions on how to register and obtain online access.
Q: When can I register for the Interim Session?
A: You can register at any time by logging on to Ursa.
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, go to the About Ursa site and click on the Ursa Registration Instructions link on the left side of the page.
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.
Q: Are all the Interim Session courses online courses?
A: The majority of Interim Session courses will be offered online, however there are a handful of 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 six 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.
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 Housing be available during Interim Session?
A: Yes, students taking Interim Session will be assigned to Lawrenson Hall. If you are interested in housing during this time, please call 351-2721. To view Lawrenson housing accommodations, please visit the Housing Web site.
Q: Will Dining/Board plans be available during Interim?
A: No, Board 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. You may also contact them via email at 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 Library be open during Interim Session?
A: Yes. Both the Michener and Skinner Music Libraries will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The Libraries will be closed December 24, 25, 26 and January 1. The Libraries databases are available 24 hours a day..
Q: When is the add/drop deadline?
A: You can add/drop Interim Session courses through December 20, 2007.
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 log onto to the Information Technology Web site.
Q: Is financial aid available for Interim Session courses? If so, when does aid pay?
A: The only aid available for Interim Session will be a student loan if you have not already received your maximum for the 2007-2008 academic year (fall and spring). If you are a dependent student for financial aid purposes, you can apply for additional PLUS (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students). To qualify for financial aid during the Interim Session, you must enroll for a minimum of six credit hours (five hours if a graduate student). Aid will not be disbursed until spring semester. The cost of attendance during Interim Session will include tuition, fees (if assessed) and an allowance for books. A short application for aid for the Interim Session will be available at the Office of Financial Aid on November 15, 2007.
Q: When will I be billed?
A: Paper bills will go out with the December 6, 2007 billing and will be due December 21, 2007. If you register for a course after December 6, please view the student account area on Ursa for the amount due.
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: If I change my mind, can I withdraw from the online courses?
A: Yes, you can withdraw from courses through December 28, 2007.
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
*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.