You may see an advisement hold prior to registering for classes within your holds in RAIN under Prepare for Registration. Advisement is required for all students prior to registration. It is critical to make an appointment to see your advisor at least 48 hours prior to the first time you are able to self-register. After students have completed advisement, the advisor will be able to release the advisement holds.

Checking for Holds

Students can view Advisement Holds by logging into myGSW Then clicking on RAIN – Student on the column on the left side of the page. Next, click on Prepare for Registration. Be sure to check holds that may prevent registration. Holds are placed on student records by individual departments. Contact the department listed on the hold for more information.

Students can determine their class for registration purposes by checking their registration status through their RAIN Account via myGSW. Once logged in, click on Student Profile and then Select a Term at the top left hand corner above the picture box. Then look to the far right to Registration Notices. Click on this and it will give you your time to register.

The registration screen has three sections: Search, Class Schedule in Calendar View, and Class Schedule Summary. You can enlarge sections, by clicking on the small arrows between each section. If you only see one section such as the Search Criteria box, click on the middle dot between the arrows at the bottom of the page to bring up the other two sections. You may also click on the Panels button in the lower left. Using a computer for registration will allow you to see all sections more clearly.

For more details on withdrawing, dropping classes, and additional features using Student Self Service, please refer to the Student Manual.

Student Guide to Registration