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Registering For Classes

Your fall course registration appointment time, also known as “pass time” at UC Davis, is almost here! You can access and begin planning courses on Schedule Builder now. First Year students will register for classes July 30-31, and Transfer students will register August 12-13, 2026. We know that course registration can be challenging, so we created a few different ways you can connect with us throughout the process.

 

Resources for Registration

  • Follow these steps to ensure a successful registration for fall classes.
     
  • Have trouble with Schedule Builder? See the Help menu for basic information or Contact an Expert.
     
  • Need help choosing classes? We're here to help! The CA&ES Dean’s Office can help you connect with your major advisor, who can best advise you on selecting courses used towards your major.
     
  • Looking to choose a GE? Here's the general education courses we recommend.
During your pass time

CA&ES advisors will be online to answer questions via Zoom Registration Support webinars and virtual drop-in advising. See below for where to log in during your registration times.

First Year Students

Thursday, July 30

Friday, July 31

    Drop-in advising 9-11am, 2-4pm

Transfer Students

Wednesday, August 12

Thursday, August 13

    Drop-in advising 8-11am, 2-4pm

 

After your pass time

You have the opportunity to make changes to your schedule without an assigned pass time during “Open Registration.” Open Registration is available August 14-16, and CA&ES advisors will be available via drop-in advising on the 14th. 

 You can email the CA&ES advising team with registration questions on these days. 
 

 

Need help? Have questions?
Join CA&ES Advisors' webinars for our online registration support from 7:45 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-5 p.m.
 

Questions to ask (and not to ask) CA&ES advisors

Here are a few questions you may want to ask your CA&ES advisor about course registration. We also listed the questions that our CA&ES advisors will not be able to answer during pass time webinars.

 Questions for Day-Of Registration

  1. How many units should I take? 
  2. Can I change my major in my first quarter? 
  3. What is the difference between lower division and upper division courses? 
  4. Can I take a course simultaneously at my community College in fall quarter? 
  5. Should I register for a First-Year Seminar? 
  6. Can I save sample schedules in Schedule Builder? 
  7. Recommended GEs? 
  8. What if the courses that I want to enroll in are full? 
  9. How do I adjust my schedule after Pass 1? 
  10. What if I have a time conflict with my classes?  
  11. Schedule Builder says I don’t have the prerequisite, but I do. How can I enroll? 

 Questions for Aggie Advising Appointments

  1. Double majors 
  2. Internships 
  3. Minors 
  4. Transfer Credit Evaluation and General Education Check 
  5. Major specific questions 
  6. Financial Aid and/or Housing questions