University Special Students and Guest Auditors: a comparison
| University Special students | Guest Auditors | |
|---|---|---|
| Classifications |
UNDS, UNRS, UNHS, UNOS, UNVS, UNPS, UNES, UNIS, UNCS, UIUL, UIGL, UIDL |
UGSR and UGST |
| Credits and Grades |
Receive credits and a grade on an official UW transcript. |
Do not receive credits or a letter grade. Receive an “AU” on an official UW transcript and an “S” (satisfactory) or “NR” (no report). |
| Tuition & Fees |
Most classifications pay the Undergraduate/Special rate per credit. UNCS pay the Graduate tuition rate - see specific Capstone programs for tuition information. (Note: Some courses have special fees.) |
Guest auditors pay reduced fees. |
| Course participation |
Full participants in all aspects of course (expected to complete all assignments and exams, participate in discussions, etc.) |
Observe only. Do not participate in discussions, take exams or quizzes, or complete homework assignments. |
| Enrollment limitations |
Can enroll in any open class for which they meet prerequisites except courses ending in -90 to -99, medical school, law school, vet school, and MBA classes. Courses with limited access |
Can enroll in non-participatory classes only. Classes involving laboratory, language or performance skills are not available to audit. Also must have instructor permission to enroll in class. Courses with limited access |
| Course enrollment process |
Enroll via MyUW on appointed enrollment date (approximately one week prior to the start of fall and spring semesters; early April for summer semester). |
Must obtain instructor’s permission to audit course. After permission is entered into campus computer system, enroll via MyUW. |
| Access to campus facilities |
Have full access to ALL university services including campus libraries, computer facilities, free bus program, free access to recreational facilities, and University Health Services & Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). |
Access to campus libraries, computer facilities, but not other services covered by segregated fees such as free bus program, recreational facilities (may pay for access), and University Health Services. |
| Transfer of credits |
Courses eligible for transfer pending approval of receiving institution. |
Courses do NOT transfer to accredited degree programs. |