If you are trying to add a class and Web Portal won’t let you, make note of the reason why registration “failed.” That should help you problem-solve. Also, make sure to look at the footnotes for the class - this will tell you what major you must be in, in order to take the class. If the footnote says, for example, that it is “limited to advertising majors and minors only,” then you must be an advertising major, not an advertising premajor.

Here are some common reasons you aren’t able to register and what to do:

1. Trying to register for an upper division class (numbered 300 and higher):
   You must have earned at least 60 units on your academic record. If you have 59 units or fewer, you will not be allowed to register for the class. You are welcome to come to the first day of class and speak with the professor about getting added to the class. Please bring a copy of your unofficial transcript which will list the number of units you have earned.
2. 1) Trying to enroll in a class “for majors only” and you believe you should be in the major:
   If your unofficial transcript lists you as a “premajor” and you have met all the requirements to change from premajor to major, then please contact JMS Advising to see about getting your status changed from premajor to major (594-5145 or Lanie Lockwood 594-2521).
3. Trying to add a class that has course prerequisites:
   The computer will look to see if you have completed the necessary coursework (and necessary grade, if required). You will not be able to register for a class if you are still in progress on a prerequisite class. You must first complete the prerequisite class and take proof of grade in the prerequisite class to the first day of class and speak with the professor.
4. Trying to add JMS 310W:
   Not only must you be admitted to a major in Advertising, Journalism, and Public Relations, you must have also taken and passed the Writing Proficiency Assessment exam. If you have not yet taken the WPA, you will not be allowed to take JMS 310W.