Register For Courses

1. Go to The Q and log in. Note: Your username = your student ID number and your password is case-sensitive. If you need assistance resetting your password, contact the Help Desk at help@qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.4427.
2. Select the My Academics tab at the top of the page.

Please review your degree audit carefully. The audit outlines classes you’ve already completed, or are currently taking and those you still need to take to fulfill your program.

1. From the My Academics tab at the top of the page
2. Select either My Academic Records or My Registration
3. Select My Degree Audit
4. Select Your Curriculum Requirements
1. Determine which courses you must select/still register for to fulfill your program.
2. Make note of any Courses Not Used listed at the bottom. If there are any college-level classes (100 or higher) listed here, they do not count toward your program. However, they may be prerequisites for other courses within your program. 

If you have any questions, contact Advising at advising@qcc.mass.edu.

Tip: Before you begin the next steps, printing a copy of your degree audit would be helpful. This will make referring back to it easier as you begin your next steps.

You must be cleared to self-register by your advisor before you can complete this step.

1. From the My Academics tab, click My Registration, then click on Register for Classes
1. Note: Choose the appropriate semester. Verify that the Current Option Settings box is set to the correct semester and year. If it is not, click Set Options, set the desired semester and year, and click Submit Options
2. If you are registering for more than one semester, (i.e. Summer 1, Summer 2, and Fall) you will need to register for each semester separately and in order.

Choosing a Class (Course section unknown) 

1. In the Course Number Box, enter the class number using the department code, hit the spacebar, and the course number. Example: ENG 101
2. Next to the Section Number box, click on the question mark.
3. Scroll to locate open sections, make your selection by clicking on the circle next to it, then click Add.

Tip: If the course you are adding has a View button, click on it to make sure there are no restrictions on the course you are choosing. 

Choosing a Class Section (Course section known) 

1. In the Course Number Box, enter the class number using the department code, hit the spacebar, and enter the course number. Example: ENG 101
2. In the Section Number box, enter the section number associated with that class and click Add. Example: 03

Tip: The section number helps identify the class day(s), time, instructor, and location. Example: ENG 101-03 is similar to ENG 101-04 but may meet on different days/times, and possibly with a different instructor. 

Swapping a Class

1. Click on Register for Classes
2. If the semester that pops up is not the one you want, click on Set Options
3. Scroll and click on the semester that you want
4. Click on Submit Options
5. See Registering for Classes above for directions on choosing an alternate course
6. Once the course and section numbers are filled in on the registration page, click the circle next to your original course in your schedule and click Swap

Dropping a Class

1. Click on Register for Classes
2. If the semester that pops up is not the one you want, click on Set Options
3. Scroll and click on the semester that you want
4. Click on Submit Options
5. Under the Drop column, click in the circle of the course that you want to drop and click Drop

The ADD/DROP period ends one week after classes start. After this date, schedule changes are not allowed; only withdrawing is an option.

Searching for classes offered at certain times and days

This step can be helpful if you’re looking to fill a gap in time, or are searching for courses offered at specific times or days. 

1. Click on Search Criteria in the Register for Classes area
2. If you are looking for particular days, check those meeting days in the boxes. Example: Classes that meet only on Tuesdays and Thursdays (designated on schedule as TR).
3. Optional Step: In the From/To box you can use the drop-down arrow to select specific meeting times. Example: Choose 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for a MWF course, or 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for a TR course. 
4. In the Section Status box, choose Open
5. Click Execute Search to view and choose from a list of classes offered during the days (and times) you selected.

Tip: You may also use the Search Criteria to search for specific faculty and any classes they teach. 

Now is the time to run and review your degree audit again. After you’ve registered or made changes to your schedule, verify that the classes you have selected fit within your program. It is your responsibility to make sure that the course(s) you’ve chosen fit into your program. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Advising at advising@qcc.mass.edu. 

Your Course and Fee Statement includes your schedule, bill due date, tuition/fees, and lists any financial aid that you’ve been awarded. Print it and review it carefully. Contact the Business Office at businessoffice@qcc.mass.edu with questions regarding your bill. If you have questions about your financial aid eligibility or award, please contact the Financial Aid office at financialaid@qcc.mass.edu. 

1. Go back to the My Academics tab
2. Click My Finances
3. Click View/Pay My Bill 

If you are using a public computer, please make sure to log out. If you do not log out, your information will appear to anyone else who uses the computer.