Sometimes, you may need special permission to register for a course. If your course is open but has an enrollment restriction that prevents you from registering, you may be able to submit a Force Registration Request.
Check your course in HUB before submitting a request.
You may need department approval to register for a course that fulfills a minor requirement.
If you want to take a course outside your primary academic career, you will need to review the applicable policy and discuss your request with your academic advisor.
After all required approvals are complete, the Office of the Registrar will review your request and, if approved, process your registration.
💡 Pro tip: You will need to include supporting documentation, such as a transcript or an email showing your approval.
You may submit a request if:
You will need to include supporting documentation, such as a transcript or an email showing your approval.
Some courses, including internships, research and language courses, require department approval before you can register.
You will need to contact the department first. After you receive approval, submit your Force Registration Request with any required documentation.
If you have already taken a course twice, you may need department approval before you can register for it again.
Some courses, including foreign language and high-demand courses, may have additional enrollment rules.
Review the UB Repeat Policy and the list of controlled enrollment courses before submitting your request.
Before you submit, double-check your course information in HUB and make sure you have any required supporting documents ready. Having complete and accurate information can help prevent delays.
If you are not sure whether you should submit a force registration request or have questions about your course requirements, contact your academic advisor.