YOUR COMPLETE REGISTRATION GUIDE

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How to Check for Optional Live Class Meetings by Clicking "Details" in the Class Schedule
(click HERE to expand view)
MySite PIN & Re-set Instructions
If your PIN isn't working, try your month & day of birth in a 4-digit format.

Still not working? CLICK HERE TO RESET YOUR PIN.
(For the easy RE-SET INSTRUCTIONS CLICK HERE.)

  • MMDD is Month & Day of Birth in a 4-digit format; the most common PIN.

  • Example: A January 5 birthday would be 0105. (Birth year is NOT included.)

  • MMDD is the PIN assigned when students submit a PAPER APPLICATION.

  • When students apply ONLINE, they choose their own 4-digit PIN.

  • If you get a "Contact Administrator" prompt when re-setting your PIN, contact the Admissions Office at (949) 582-4555 or email them at scadmissions@saddleback.edu to clear your account. (Only the Admissions Office can re-set an account.)

  • REMEMBER: If your PIN isn't working, RE-SET IT!
ATTENTION:
Always Read the Registration
"CHECKOUT - Fees Summary" Page Carefully!

► WATCH FOR OPTIONAL FEES! ◄
You Must Click "NO" to Avoid Paying Them

POSSIBLE OPTIONAL FEES

ASB STAMP: $10 (ten dollars)
This is an OPTIONAL FEE for student discounts. (click the "i" next to the fee for info)
This fee automatically defaults to "YES." If you DON'T want to pay it, you MUST click "NO", otherwise you will be charged for it.

STUDENT REPRESENTATION FEE: $2 (two dollars) (click the "i" next to the fee for info)
This is an OPTIONAL "Student Representation Fee" for California Community College Students, per California Educational Code 76060.5 (CLICK for Fee Page)
This fee automatically defaults to "YES." If you DON'T want to pay it, you MUST click "NO", otherwise you will be charged for it.

THERE MAY BE OTHERS, SO PLEASE SCRUTINIZE THIS PAGE BEFORE MOVING ON!

Fall Semester Class Updates

  • REGISTRATION: Fall Semester Registration Dates are June 15 - 21.

  • You can find your your registration appointment in MySite HERE. Instructions to Find Your Appointment HERE.

  • FALL SEMESTER: AUGUST 23 - DECEMBER 21.

  • 3 DIFFERENT CLASS FORMATS: Classes will be offered one of three ways - Asynchronous, Synchronous or Hybrid. For a description of the three different formats, CLICK HERE. The class format is included in the description of each class under "Details" in the Fall Class Schedule. Click HERE for help finding "Details."

  • NO PRINTED SCHEDULES: Due to classes being online, and to conserve precious funding, the Emeritus Fall Class Schedule is NOT currently available in print form.

  • ONLINE CLASS SCHEDULE: CLICK HERE (Fitness Classes are under "HEALTH.")

  • TIME CONFLICTS: Time conflicts WILL apply for synchronous and hybrid classes since they have required class meetings. There will be NO time conflicts for asynchronous classes since there are no required class meetings. (NOTE: Even if an asynchronous class has optional live meetings, time conflicts will NOT apply.)

  • CLASS ENROLLMENT CAPS: Even though Fall Classes are taught online, each course will have a capped number of students who can enroll in it. For this reason, be sure to register EARLY as classes without enough students enrolled will be cancelled. SEE THE "WE GET ASKED" SECTION AT BOTTOM.

  • DON'T GET DROPPED: Students who are not participating in an online class, CAN be dropped by instructors to make room for waitlisted students trying to get in. Please check with your instructor for participation details.
Registration Assistance Available
5 Different Ways!
If you are new to registering online or want a refresher...

#1) Use the clear, step-by-step directions - CLICK HERE to view or print.
  • Read a step, do it, read a step, do it, through STEP 12.
  • Follow these steps carefully all the way through registration.
  • Remember, you aren't registered unless you complete STEP 12 and see your class(es) listed on the "Registration Confirmation" screen at the end.

#2) Have a "COMPUTER BUDDY" register for you.
  • A Computer Buddy can be a friend, neighbor, relative or classmate.
  • CLICK HERE for a handy form to complete & give to a Computer Buddy.
  • You can also BE a Computer Buddy to someone who needs help!

#3) The Emeritus Office can help with a specific registration question or step.

#4) The Admissions Office can help with a specific registration question or step.

#5) Student Technical Support can help with TECHNICAL questions.


IMPORTANT
The Emeritus Office, the Admissions Office and Student Technical Support CANNOT "walk" students through registration steps & CANNOT register for students.
Waitlist News
Accepting an Open Seat for a Waitlisted Class is Easy!
Here's How! Students will have the ability to use their mobile device (cell phone, tablet, laptop) to be notified of and accept a newly-opened seat they're waitlisted for. Then students can log into MySite to register for the class using the APC number they've been sent. Notification will be via email, unless you opt-in for text messages and provide your cell phone number. (For more details about opting in, open the WAITLIST GUIDE by clicking on the link below, then click on the "HOW TO OPT-IN FOR MOBILE REGISTRATION" box.) 

If a class is already full, what should I do? Be sure to put yourself on the waitlist, an option that will pop up on your screen when you're prompted that the class is full. Instructors will only add students to classes IF they are on the on the waitlist.

CLICK HERE for the WAITLIST GUIDE that will answer all of your questions!
Emeritus Student Application
SCAN & EMAIL IT TO: scadmissions@saddleback.edu
Alternatively, applications can be U.S. mailed to the address at the top of the form.

There is also a lengthier, two-part, online college application HERE.
If using this electronic application, be sure to choose
"EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT" as your Education Goal.
WHO NEEDS TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION?

RETURNING STUDENT: Has NOT been enrolled in a class in two long semesters (Spring 2020 and Fall 2020) or more. A new student application IS required.

NEW STUDENT: Has NEVER been enrolled in a Saddleback or Irvine Valley College class.
A student application IS required.

CURRENT STUDENT: HAS been enrolled in a class in one of the last two long semesters - Spring 2020 or Fall 2020. A student application is NOT required.
Did You Know?
Google CHROME
is the browser that's most compatible with Saddleback College applications, including REGISTRATION, CANVAS, etc.

Google CHROME is free. CLICK HERE to download.
WE GET ASKED...
Why are There Class Caps on Online Courses?
  • First and foremost, online class quality and integrity are closely-monitored by the State of California for the purpose of accreditation standards.

  • Online classes are not "static." Students don't just view classes. They email their instructors with questions, requests, clarifications, etc. and the instructors email them back. The more students enrolled in a class, the more email communication time is required of an instructor.

  • Instructors' time must be a balance of research, creation of class content, class preparation, teaching the class, maintaining email communications with students, as well as a large number of administrative duties. Thus, class caps are necessary to maintain the quality and integrity of all classes, including online classes.

  • Class caps for online classes are essential in providing enrolled students the first-rate learning experience that the Emeritus Institute delivers.

These are just some of the reasons class caps are vital
to the online learning experience!
From All of Us at the Emeritus Institute to YOU...

We're excited to offer a wide array of online courses that are
mental-stimulating, academically rigorous, health improving,
socially engaging, tuition-free, zero credit classes.
Enjoy your semester!