Saturday & Evening Classes - FAQ - Division of Continuing Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I view a listing of Saturday & Evening Classes?
What is ISIS?
When does registration for S&E Classes begin?
How do I register for S&E Classes?
What if I am not currently a student at The University of Iowa?
How much do courses cost?
How much do workshops cost?
When do I pay my tuition and fees?
Is financial aid available for S&E Classes?
How many credits can I take in S&E Classes?
Can I transfer credits earned through S&E Classes to another institution?
When are final exams?
When will my grades be available?
If I register for S&E Classes as a nondegree (extension) student,
am I eligible for student privileges?
Is parking available on campus?
Does the University have a policy regarding inclement weather?

How can I view a listing of Saturday & Evening Classes?

Although we no longer print a schedule of courses, you can access an up-to-date listing of S&E course offerings on the S&E Web pages or via ISIS at http://isis.uiowa.edu/isis/courses/search.page. Select the session you want on ISIS, check the box above the Search button that allows you to view only Saturday & Evening courses and workshops, then search the course list. When viewing a comprehensive listing (e.g., all accounting courses), you can identify S&E courses by their section number, which consists of three characters beginning with SC.

What is ISIS?
ISIS stands for Iowa Student Information Services. It is a Web-based student records, registration, and portal system. You can search or browse the course listings without logging in. Registered students can log in to ISIS to set up their UI e-mail account, check their eligibility to register for future sessions, change their residing address, view their University bill or their grades, order an official transcript, and more.

When does registration for S&E Classes begin?
Currently enrolled students may register for S&E Classes at or after their assigned registration time during the scheduled Early Registration period, which usually begins in mid-April for summer and fall semester classes and mid-November for spring semester classes. Non degree (extension) students may register for S&E Classes beginning the first day of the scheduled Early Registration period. However, students are able to register and make schedule adjustments until the day before classes begin.

How do I register for S&E Classes?
Students who are admitted to the University can register for S&E Classes on ISIS at the same time they register for daytime classes.

Non degree (extension) students who are currently enrolled can register on ISIS beginning the first day of scheduled Early Registration for subsequent semesters.

If you are an extension student who is not currently registered, or if you want to change to non degree (extension) status, contact our office and we will set you up to register yourself on ISIS.

What if I am not currently a student at The University of Iowa?
If you intend to pursue a degree from the University, you should apply for admission. Application forms are available at http://www.uiowa.edu/admissions/apply.html.

For information about admission requirements, application deadlines, etc. please phone the Office of Admissions at 1-800-553-4692, access the Web site at http://www.uiowa.edu/admissions/, or e-mail admissions@uiowa.edu.

But if you want to take a course or two for personal interest, professional development, or to transfer to another institution, there is no need to apply for admission. Select "Enroll" in the black bar at the top of this page and follow the links you will find there.

How much do courses cost?
Many variables are taken into consideration to determine the amount of tuition and fees a student will be assessed. For a complete listing of tuition and mandatory fees, and tuition-related fees, please see the Office of the Registrar website.

Questions regarding tuition and fee assessments should be directed to the Registrar's Office at registrar@uiowa.edu or by phone at 319/335-0238.

Questions regarding billing and payments should be directed to the University Billing Office at 319/335-0071 or toll-free at 1-800/943-4557.

How much do workshops cost?
A workshop is designated by “WK_” as the section number. For a detailed listing of Tuition-Related Fees and Miscellaneous Charges for Workshops, please see the Office of the Registrar website.

Questions regarding tuition and fee assessments should be directed to the Registrar's Office at registrar@uiowa.edu or by phone at 319/335-0238.

Questions regarding billing and payments should be directed to the University Billing Office at 319/335-0071 or toll-free at 1-800/943-4557.

When do I pay my tuition and fees?
Beginning Feb. 1, 2009, The University of Iowa will no longer mail paper copies of University Bills (U-Bills) to students. Instead, students will receive e-mail notification when their U-Bills are available for review and payment online through ISIS.
E-mail notifications will be sent to students’ University e-mail addresses (student-name@uiowa.edu). Students will be responsible for reviewing their U-Bills, forwarding e-mail notifications to parents, guardians, or other third parties who assist with payment, providing ISIS guest access as needed, and making sure their bills are paid.

Tuition for summer session is billed June 1, fall semester August 1, and spring semester January 1. Payment is due by the 22nd of each month. For detailed information about billing and payment options, see the University Billing Office web site at http://www.uiowa.edu/ubill/

Is financial aid available for S&E Classes?
Yes, if you qualify for financial aid you may use it for classes taken through S&E. For more information on sources of aid, eligibility requirements, application procedures and deadlines, contact the UI Office of Student Financial Aid or visit the web site at: http://www.uiowa.edu/financial-aid/index.shtml.

The Center for Credit Programs has a small scholarship fund for part-time students who are not receiving employer reimbursement or other gift aid. Scholarships generally cover tuition only for one course. For more information and a printable application form, see: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/scholarships.htm. You must submit an application form each semester that you want to be considered for a scholarship.

How many credits can I take in S&E Classes?
You cannot register for more than the maximum number of semester hours allowed by your college without dean’s approval. In the fall and spring semesters, undergraduate students are limited to 18 semester hours (s.h.) and graduate students to 15 s.h. For the eight-week and six-week summer sessions combined, the maximum semester hours allowed without approval are: undergraduate—9; graduate—8. For the three-week summer session, the limit is 3 s.h. for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Can I transfer credits earned through S&E Classes to another institution?
You should check with the other institution before you enroll in S&E Classes. The transfer of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution.

When are final exams?
Your final exam, if there is one for your course(s), will be scheduled during the final exam period, the week following the end of fall semester and spring semester classes. Exams for S&E Classes are usually, but not always, scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. The date and time of your final exam should appear in the syllabus you receive at the first class meeting.

During the summer sessions there is no designated final exam period. Final exams are scheduled either during a regular meeting time or at a time determined by the course instructor in consultation with the students in the class.

When will my grades be available?
Grades are usually available on ISIS approximately eight to ten days after the end of the term. You can log in to ISIS using your Hawk ID and Hawk ID password and view or print out a grade report for any session from fall 2003 on.

Current students may also request an official transcript through ISIS. For complete information on ordering transcripts, current transcript fees, etc. phone 319-335-0230 or refer to the Office of the Registrar website.

If I register for S&E Classes as a non degree (extension) student, am I eligible for student privileges?
Yes, the day after you are registered you may obtain a UI student identification card, which is necessary for access to many University services for students. More information about UI student ID cards is available at http://www.uiowa.edu/~idcard/.

New non degree (extension) students are issued a Hawk ID upon authorization to register for S&E Classes. You’ll be e-mailed notification of your Hawk ID and password the day after you are authorized. The Hawk ID is your username for most online services at UI, including ISIS. For more information about the Hawk ID, see http://hawkid.uiowa.edu/.

With privileges come responsibilities. Please read the information on the grade-point average needed to maintain good standing, on academic misconduct, and on complaint procedures for undergraduate extension students in the CCP Student Handbook at http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/student_handbook/index.html Graduate extension students are governed by the policies of the Graduate College. See http://www.grad.uiowa.edu/ for information on those policies.

Is parking available on campus?
On campus parking is very limited, though some reserved parking areas are available to the public after 4:30 p.m. This includes commuter lots, except during special events. Some metered parking is available at various locations on campus, and is monitored until 11 p.m. Most City of Iowa City metered parking is free after 5 p.m.

You can find parking maps and information at http://www.uiowa.edu/~parking/, or contact the Parking Office, IMU Parking Ramp, 319-335-1475.

Cambus, the University’s mass transit system, offers free on-campus bus service to students and to the general public. Schedules are available from the Cambus office, phone 319-335-8633, or visit http://www.uiowa.edu/~cambus/.

Does the University have a policy regarding inclement weather?
The University’s Extreme Weather Policy is detailed in the Operations Manual. The general policy is as follows:

“Whenever possible, the University continues to function during inclement weather. Regularly scheduled classes meet to the extent that students and faculty are able to travel to campus and attend classes. Units of the University providing essential services must remain open and in operation. These include University Hospitals and Clinics, Dental Clinics, Public Safety, Residence Services, and Facilities Services Group. Staff in these units will be expected to make every reasonable effort to report to work. Administrative functions on the campus continue to the extent that faculty, staff, and administrators can travel to and conduct business on campus. Individuals should use good judgment and avoid serious risks in traveling to campus or in attending classes.”

A winter weather information page is maintained by the UI Office of University Relations: http://www.uiowa.edu/homepage/severe-weather. This site lists winter weather-related class and event cancellations and other helpful information.