Registration Instructions

Ready to Register? Let’s Get Started!

Follow our step-by-step guides and videos to learn how to register for classes at Southwestern College and get ready for the upcoming semester.

Important Notes

• Registration is only available during specified periods - check out Important Dates & Deadlines.
• Once the session begins, you must obtain an add code from an instructor to add a class.

Registration Support 

Connect with the Outreach and Dual Enrollment Team

💬 Cranium Lobby Chat with a Peer Ambassador or Enrollment Success Specialist

📍 Visit us in person at the Chula Vista Campus, Building 16, Room 101

📞 Call the Jaguar Call Center: 619-482-6482

✉️ Email us for support: outreach@swccd.edu

Registration Policies & Definitions

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Register on MySWC

Log in to MySWC and follow the steps below:

• Select the Registration menu in the "Self-Service Students" accordion.
• Follow the Register for Classes link.
• Follow the Search and Register for Classes link.
• Select the Term/Semester you want to register classes in.
• Select/enter your search options using the search box or by filling out the boxes.
• Press the Search button to see the search results.
• Select the Open/Waitlisted courses you want to enroll in.
• Press the Add button.
• Select the Add Section button.
• Select the Register/Drop Classes link to access your schedule.
• Select Register as the "Action" for each course you want to enroll in.
• Successful registration is indicated when the course status changes from Planned to Registered.

Important Note: If you haven't registered for classes recently, you may need to Apply to SWC first!

For additional detailed instructions, watch the video below.

Registration Through MySWC (video)

Using Add Codes to Register for Courses

You only have to enter an add code to register in the course if the class has started, and the instructor gave you an add code.

1. Log on to the search for classes page
2. Verify you are signed into the system. If you are a "guest," please sign in.
3. Search for the classes you have received an add code or visit the Register/Drop classes page.
4. On the Plan and Schedule page, click the blue arrow to the semester you want to register in
5. To register for classes using an add code, you will need to select the blue register button per course OR select the Register Now button at the top right.
6. You will be prompted to enter your add code for one or more courses.
7. Select submit when you enter the code.
8. You will be notified of successful registration when the course status changes from Planned to Registered.