Registration FAQ
Please note that questions regarding Rhetoric and Writing course enrollment should be directed to rhetoric@austin.utexas.edu
- I need to register for a Rhetoric and Writing (RHE) course, but it's closed/waitlisted. What should I do?
Get on the waitlist if there is one. Watch the course schedule to see if the course becomes open. For further assistance, please contact the Department of Rhetoric and Writing at rhetoric@austin.utexas.edu.
- I need a class to graduate, but it is closed. What should I do?
We're going to work with any student to make sure graduation needs are met. Please reach out to the department offering the class for assistance. If it is a RHE class, email rhetoric@austin.utexas.edu. If we are unable to reply right away and/or if your situation is urgent, please also feel free to contact the Student Success Help Desk.
- I missed the Q-drop deadline, but I still want to drop my class. What can I do?
Once during a student’s college career, they may use a One-Time-Exception (OTE) Q-drop to drop one class (or withdraw from all classes) by the last class day.
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- When do I register?
You can find your personal registration times on your Registration Information Sheet.
- How do I schedule an academic advising appointment?
Rhetoric and Writing majors should schedule appointments through Bookings: David's Bookings Page
- What does it mean when a course is “open; reserved?”
Some departments reserve seats for specific majors, minors, first-year students, or other populations. If you try to register for an “open; reserved” class and the system does not let you register, try another class. Some reservations may be lifted at the end of the registration period or during add/drop.
- Where can I request a Pass/Fail or Q-drop? What is the deadline?
If you want to change a future class to Pass/Fail, you can do so in the registration system. If you want to request a change to a current class (Pass/Fail or Q-drop), visit the Liberal Arts Student Division chat.
Pass/Fail and Q-drop deadline: April 15 at 5:00 p.m. (for Spring 2026)
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