ACADEMICS
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES You can find detailed instructions on how to register online at REGISTRAR.UTEXAS. EDU/STUDENT/REGISTRATION. Below is an abbreviated version of the registration checklist. 1. GET ADVISED Meet with your academic or graduate advisor. 2. VIEW YOUR REGISTRATION INFORMATION SHEET (RIS) The RIS will list the dates and times that you are permitted to register along with other important notes about your registration. 3. CLEAR YOUR FINANCIAL AND NON-FINANCIAL BARS On your RIS, you can find a list of the bars that apply to you. 4. REGISTER FOR CLASSES Click on “Register now” at REGISTRAR.UTEXAS.EDU/STUDENTS/ REGISTRATION
5. PAY YOUR BILL Once you register for classes, you will receive an automated email notification that your bill is available online. If you do not pay your bill or confirm that your bill is zero, you will not be registered. You can also find your bill under “My Tuition Bill” when you log into UT Direct. Pay your bill in full or through an installment by using one of the following methods: • Go to ONESTOP.UTEXAS.EDU/MANAGINGCOSTS/PAYING-YOUR-TUITION
• Go to the office off the Cashier’s Office in Main, Room 8
LIST OF NON-FINANCIAL REGISTRATION BARS Registration bars are placed on your record when you have requirements to fulfill with a specific office at UT Austin. Bars can be 8
either “hard” or “waived.” A hard bar prevents you from registering for classes. A waived bar does not prevent you from registering for classes but acts as a reminder to fulfill the requirement. Below is a list of common bars for new international students. I BAR This bar is placed by International Student & Scholar Services to ensure that you check-in through MyOI, upload documents, and complete online modules. H BAR This bar is placed by University Health Services (UHS) to ensure that you complete a Tuberculosis (TB) test and/or submit vaccination information. D BAR This bar is placed by the Dean of
Students as they need additional information from you. G BAR This bar is placed by the Graduate and International Admissions Center (GIAC), to ensure that you submit a copy of your previous school’s transcript/diploma. J BAR This bar is placed by the Graduate School to ensure you have sufficient English language proficiency. It is maintained and removed by the English Language Center (ELC) at Texas Global. Z BAR This bar is placed by the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) office due to lack of information in your academic record related to college-readiness in reading, writing, and math for new college students. ADVISING BAR This bar is placed by your academic department as you are required to meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.
