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Course Requisites

Starting with the Spring 2025 registration, all student course registrations will adhere to the prerequisites and co-requisites published in our academic catalog. This means that students must satisfy the listed course requisites at registration. Courses currently in-progress at Pace will temporarily satisfy a prerequisite (ex. taking the prerequisite in Fall 2024 and registering for the next course in the sequence for Spring 2025.)

Defining Terms

  • Prerequisite: A course or requirement that must be satisfied before students can progress to the next sequence of courses.
  • Co-requisite: A course that must be taken at the same time as another course.
  • Minimum Grade Required: The grade that must be earned in the prerequisite course to satisfy the registration requirement.

Viewing Requisites in the Pace Portal

Student View

  • Before registration opens, users can see listed course requisites in the online catalog, Pace Portal, or by selecting the Browse Classes link.
  • After registration opens, requisites can also be viewed using the Register for Classes or Browse Classes links.
  • View the Requisites Student Guide (PDF) for more detailed information on course requisites.

Faculty/Staff-Pace Portal

  • Within Pace Portal, under “Faculty Home” navigate to “Faculty Dashboard”. Click on “University Schedule w/Class counts (New SSB9)”.
  • Select the term and enter a course to search. Course co-requisites and prerequisites can be found by clicking on the course title and navigating to the “Co-requisites” or “Prerequisites” tabs in the course information.

Viewing Requisites in Schedule Explorer

In Schedule Explorer, search for the desired course in the specified term. Click on the CRN of the course. A dialog window will appear. Below the course information and before the course description, the prerequisite will be listed.

Viewing Requisites in the University Catalog

  • The University Catalog course descriptions have been updated to reflect the latest requisite information provided by departments.
    • Catalog Home > Undergraduate/Graduate > Courses A-Z

Requisite Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are prerequisites?

Prerequisites are conditions, usually another class, often with a minimum grade, that needs to be completed prior to starting another class. Other types of prerequisites include minimal Placement Test scores.

Where do I look up prerequisites for my courses?

Prerequisites are listed for each course in the online catalog, Schedule Explorer, Registration Module, and Pace Portal.

Why am I getting prerequisite error when registering?

If you do not meet the prerequisite requirement for a class, you will not be able to register for this class until you complete the prerequisite or be in the process of completing it during the on-going semester.

What if I’m taking prerequisite course right now?

In-progress courses will satisfy prerequisite checking. However, if a sufficient grade is not achieved at the end of the in-progress semester, prerequisite will be unsatisfied, and students will be dropped from the corresponding course in the upcoming semester.

What if my prerequisite course is a transfer credit that is still pending?

Only the transfer courses that were officially added to your Pace academic record and appear on the transcript will count towards prerequisites. Please ensure all your transfer credits are processed prior to the start of the registration.

What is the difference between prerequisites and co-requisites?

Prerequisites must be completed before starting the next course in the sequence. Co-requisites are completed during the same semester.

Can I take both courses at the same time?

You cannot take both the course and its prerequisite in the same semester unless the department has allowed for the prerequisite(s) to be taken before or during the same term.

You cannot take both the course and its prerequisite course in the same semester. Some courses are specifically meant to be taken in the same semester and are considered co-requisites.

Is there anything I can do if I don’t meet prerequisite, but really need it?

There will be a form you can submit to your Advisor asking for such permission. Please note, these will be approved only in exceptional circumstances.

Are all courses going to have prerequisites enforced?

Yes, all courses that have listed prerequisites will have them enforced.

What if the prerequisite course I need is not offered?

Please fill out a form to request an appropriate substitution or waiver.

What if the prerequisite course is full?

Please fill out a form to request an appropriate substitution or waiver.