Sociology Concurrent Enrollment Policies

Department of Sociology Concurrent Enrollment Policies:

If a course has available seats (at least more than 5 available seats), we will do our best to accommodate Concurrent Enrollment students. Sociology undergrad classes are high in demand and Concurrent Enrollment students potentially may not be able to enroll in any classes if a specific course remains full.

Otherwise, If a course if full or if there is a waitlist, the department of Sociology will review and process E-Add card requests during week 3 of each quarter, in the order received.

• If approved by the instructor and space is available in the requested course and section, the Sociology Department will approve enrollment. Extension will provide further guidance on the next steps and the payment process.
• If denied by the instructor and/or if space is not available in the requested course and section, the request will be denied and returned to the student

Important Notes:

• Submit one E-Add card per course.
• It is recommended that students select "no preference" under section on the E-Add card.
• Concurrent Enrollment E-Add Cards are not reviewed before or after the third week of each quarter.

For courses with waitlists/ that are full: Concurrent enrollment students may be eligible to enroll in a Sociology undergrad class after all registered UC San Diego students have completed enrollment (starting Monday of Week 3), and if open seats become available. 

Classes that are full or continue to have a waitlist on Friday of Week 2 are unavailable for enrollment to Concurrent Enrollment students.

For courses that have 1-2 seats remaining: If a course has only 1-2 remaining seats available, then priority of these seats will be reserved for current UCSD students to allow them the option to enroll in Sociology courses. Concurrent enrollment students may be eligible to enroll in a Sociology undergrad class after all registered UC San Diego students have completed enrollment (starting Monday of Week 3), and if open seats remain. 

Unavailable Sociology Undergrad Classes: Classes that are full or continue to have a waitlist on Friday of Week 2 are unavailable for enrollment to Concurrent Enrollment students. 

Concurrent Enrollment Process:

Students who are interested in Concurrent Enrollment should first register with UC San Diego Concurrent Enrollment. The Sociology department requires both instructor and Sociology advising approval. 

After you have registered with UC San Diego Concurrent Enrollment. You will first be directed to email the instructor of the course to request approval. Upon professor approval, students will then be directed to send their approval directly to the Sociology Undergraduate Advising at socadvising@ucsd.edu to be held for processing. (See our Department Policies regarding processing E-Add card requests)

There are many contingencies reviewed for Concurrent Enrollment approvals.

• Instructor preferences/ Approval
• Number of open seats available in the class
• Class operation restrictions (i.e. Teacher Assistant allocations, class software, etc.)

Concurrent Enrollment For Readmission

For students who have been academically disqualified from UCSD and are seeking readmission, you may be eligible for the UC San Diego College Readmission Concurrent Enrollment program. Contact your college academic advising office to discuss your options and next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I enroll in a Sociology class as a Concurrent Enrollment student?

Students should first register with UC San Diego Concurrent Enrollment. Your Extension Program Advisor will provide the next steps.

What are my chances of getting into a Sociology undergrad class?

We do not know your chances of enrolling in a Sociology undergrad class. There are many factors, that make it difficult to make a prediction. Please follow the policies and instructions provided for the best chance of enrolling in a Sociology undergrad class.

Can I place myself on a waitlist? 

No, concurrent enrollment students cannot place themselves on waitlists.

I need to enroll in 12 units this quarter. Do I have priority to enroll in a Sociology undergrad class?

No. Priority enrollment is not available for Concurrent Enrollment students. Please work with your Extension Program Advisor for further course recommendations, and review our policies on “Contingencies reviewed for Concurrent Enrollment approvals”. 

The Schedule of Classes online shows that there are available seats in a class, can I enroll?

No. The Schedule of Classes online does not accurately represent seat availability for Concurrent Enrollment students. The Schedule of Classes can only provide a general overview of which classes are high in demand. Classes that continue to be full or have a waitlist on Friday of Week 2 are closed to Concurrent Enrollment students. Please work with your Extension Program Advisor for further course recommendations, and review our policies on “Contingencies reviewed for Concurrent Enrollment approvals”.

An instructor said I can join their class. Can I enroll in the class?

No. Instructors do not manage enrollment in Sociology undergraduate classes. An instructor’s approval does not mean enrollment into a class. All enrollment needs to go through Extension and Sociology Advising.

Still have a question?

Please contact your Extension Program Advisor with any additional questions or clarification.

UC San Diego Concurrent Enrollment