How to Apply
Make Progress On Your Degree As A Visiting Student
You are eligible to apply as a visiting student if you are a:
- Current undergraduate at a college/university who would like to study away for a semester. Visiting students should consult their home institution regarding the transfer of credits.
- Post-graduate student who already holds a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and wish to take undergraduate courses
If you are interested in taking a graduate-level course, you must apply through Graduate Admissions.
How to Apply
If you are a previous Pace student, you do not need submit an application. Please fill out a Resumption of Studies Form.
Resumption of Studies Form Application is now open
When starting your application, make sure to select Non-Matriculated from the drop down menu.
Our January Intersession and Spring 2025 course schedule will open on October 14. When applying, make sure you have your course information ready (5-digit CRN, Subject, and Course number) to include on your application. See below for information on searching and selecting a course.
Registration for January Intersession 2025 will open on October 28. Registration for Spring 2025 will open on November 21.
To be considered for admission to Pace University as a visiting/non-degree student, you must submit the items below.
- A completed application
- English Proficiency for international students or permanent residents who have been in the United States for less than 6 years
- $50 application fee
How to Search for Your Classes
Courses for each semester are found on Pace's Schedule Explorer. Check out the video below for assistance on navigating the schedule. You will need to include the course you are requesting in the "Course Selection" section on your application. For all lab courses, make sure to include the lecture, lab, and recitation CRNs on your application. When your application is processed, a member of Pace's staff will register you for the requested courses and confirm your enrollment via email. If the class you requested is closed at the time your application is reviewed or there is a course restriction, a staff member will reach out to notify you.
To request changes to your schedule (adding or dropping at course) after submitting your application or if you class get cancelled, fill out and send the Registration Action form (PDF) to visitingstudent@pace.edu. A Pace staff will process your new course requests.