Nov 17, 2025

News/Notes for Undergraduate Academic Advisors: Registration Dates to Note | Political Science & Criminology UNIFI Courses | Registration TIQs

Registration Dates to Note
  • Registration Dates for Winter/Spring 2026 by Classification: Today - November 19, 2025 Freshman | November 19, 2025 - Unclassified
Political Science & Criminology UNIFI Courses
  • Use this link to see the UNIFI courses in Political Science & Criminology offered in the Spring 2026 semester in these learning areas:
    • Quantitative Reasoning | Human Condition: Domestic | Human Condition: Global | Responsibility
Registration Tips, Information & Questions (TIQs).
  • A student should fill their shopping cart before their registration date/time!
    • In the shopping cart a student can
      • Add multiple sections of the same course
      • Add sections that meet at the same time or have overlapping meeting times
      • See if each course is open or closed (and not needing to use "Class Search" to determine the status of each course)
    • The student should have their ideal schedule entered as well as alternate sections of courses in their shopping cart in case your first choices fill up
    • Adding classes to your shopping cart does not guarantee enrollment in those sections.
      • The student must complete the enrollment verification process on or after their assigned registration date and time to secure their spot in the courses.
    • Resources on using the shopping cart

  • Tips for a Student Planning a Semester Schedule

    • Degree Requirements: Select courses that align with their degree (UNIFI / major / minor / certificate / university electives) requirements and help progress towards graduation
      • Reminder:  For most degree programs at UNI, the minimum number of hours to graduate is 120 total earned credit hours.
      • For your semester, do you have a mix of challenging courses with those you find easier or more enjoyable?
    • Prerequisites: What specific courses or requirements must be completed before enrolling in a more advanced course in a future semester?
    • Class Times: Choose class times that fit your personal schedule and peak productivity hours. Avoid back-to-back classes if you need time to commute or rest.
    • Workload Balance: Balance your course load to avoid overwhelming yourself.
      • What is an ideal credit load for you to be successful?
      • What is the (realistic) amount of work each class will require me to do to be successful?
      • How much am I planning to work?
      • What outside of classroom activities will I be involved in (student organizations/activities, etc...)
    • Backup Options: Do you have
      • Alternate sections of courses planned for next semester registration?
      • Alternate courses to meet other academic requirements?
  • At their registration date/time:
    • The student should register for a full load of classes that meet academic requirements (UNIFI, major, minor or certificate) even if not their first choice of classes or preferred day/time course offering.
    • A student can continue to make adjustments to their Spring 2026 semester schedule through Monday, January 26, 2026 by 4:30 p.m. (without approval if open)
  • Approvals for Closed Classes / Late Adds
    • Use this link to determine who you should contact  if a course is closed and you are seeking approval to add or for approval to enroll in a course after the deadline.
    • If you cannot determine who to contact, please contact our office at registrar@uni.edu or 319-273-2241
Is Your Student Questioning their Current Major?
  • Help them Pivot with Purpose by referring them to the Office of Academic Advising. Advisors offer personalized support to help students explore:
    • Major, minor, and certificate options | Reasons for changing majors (e.g., lack of interest, career goals, academic challenges) | Self-assessments like FOCUS 2 or Strong Inventory | Goal-setting and decision-making strategies
    • Encourage students to schedule an appointment or complete the Academic Discuss Your Major Options Request Form.
    • Temporary location for Fall 2025: Bartlett Hall 0089 | 319-273-3406 | academic-advising@uni.edu
    • As a faculty or staff member, you can complete this referral form to start the outreach to a student considering changing their major.
Institutional Academic Advising Vision & Mission Statement (revised Spring 2016) [See Academic Advising Mission, Vision, Goals & Outcomes webpage]
  • Vision Statement: UNI aspires to create the best possible advising experience for each student.
  • Mission Statement: Academic Advising is a critical component of the teaching and learning environment at UNI. Advising is a personalized educational experience, empowering students to explore, articulate and achieve their academic, career and life goals.