Registering for a Closed Math Course

Qualifications for entering a closed Math class

Able to register immediately for the class requested.
No active holds preventing registration.
Successfully completed the prerequisite course(s).
For 1xxx-level courses up to Calculus I (Math 1271/1371), you have the option to place into these courses with an online placement exam. Email molshelp@umn.edu to request testing.
No time conflicts with other classes.
Starting the first day of the second week of classes, instructor approval is required and can be sent to ugrad@math.umn.edu.
Request received well before the term's census date (first day of the third week of classes). After the second week of classes, you must petition your college for a late add.

Expect a reply with permission or denial at least three business days after sending your request.
Wait until at least five business days to request a status update.
Permission for a closed/restricted section is active only for a specified time. The deadline date to register by permission is included in our email response to your request.

Maximum enrollment cap for class has been reached.
You do not have prerequisite requirement(s).
You do not meet priority seating criteria.
You’re unable to register when the request is received (either due to an active hold on your record or because your personal registration time is later).
You have multiple conflicting requests.