Non-degree seeking students (also known as visiting students) take classes without the intent of completing a degree or certificate at Minneapolis College. Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for financial aid or veteran's benefits but do have access to campus services. Payment plan options are available.
Important! If you are currently enrolled at another Minnesota State institution, you can register in eServices. Once logged into eServices, select Minneapolis Community and Technical College from the drop down for College/University.
How to Enroll as a Non-Degree Student
Follow the steps below if you are not already admitted/enrolled to any Minnesota State institution.
Important! If you are currently enrolled at another Minnesota State institution, you can register in eServices. Once logged into eServices, select Minneapolis Community and Technical College from the drop down for College/University.
- Click on this link and create a Star ID. Record your Star ID (username) and password and return to this page. This will be your username at all Minnesota State institutions throughout your academic career.
- Create an Application to Minneapolis College
- Login with your StarID and create an Application
- The sections for High School Preparation Standards and Major Academic Programs may be skipped.
- After we've received your application, you'll receive your acceptance letter by email with your next steps. Be sure to check the personal email account you provided on the application frequently.
- Login with your StarID and create an Application
- Meet Course Prerequisites and Register for Classes
- Login to eServices with your new StarID
- Under Courses & Registration select Search for a Course
- Select the semester you wish to register
- Select your desired Subject and hit the blue Search button
- Find your desired course and click on the Add button, confirm adding to your wish list by selecting “OK”
- After adding all your courses, move to Review My Plan
- Check the box/boxes next to the left of the course information
- Click on the blue button Select Courses to proceed to register
- Enter your star ID password. For all the courses where you meet the prerequisite, it will say “Registration Successful”. If you receive a message that your registration failed or that you must meet course prerequisites, you will need to submit a Prerequisite Verification form to the Registration and Records Office. Attach unofficial transcripts to show that you have met course prerequisites, or an approval email from the instructor to the form.
- Pay tuition and fees
- Follow this link to order your books. Hover over Textbooks and Select Order Textbooks from the pull down menu.
Helpful Links
- Non-Degree Student FAQ’s)
- Minneapolis College New Student Checklist
- Current Student Website
- Request an Official Transcript
Note: A seat in the class must be available to be registered. If the course is full, we will guide you through the waitlist process.
Please contact Registration and Records if you have questions about this process.