Spring 2026 - Open University Quick Reference - Academic Calendar and Registration

Sep 4, 2026

Spring 2026 Open University quick reference provides an academic program calendar with key dates for registration, grading-option changes, adding and dropping classes, withdrawal exceptions, spring recess, holidays, and the final examinations week. It explains how Open University courses count as resident credit on CSU Dominguez Hills transcripts toward undergraduate and graduate degrees, and outlines who can register, including high school students with required support. It also includes frequently called numbers, essential links, and registration and academic credit information.

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Academic Calendar

Important Links

Registration Information

Academic and Credit Information

General Information

Map of Campus

Registration Form

Academic Program Calendar

Dates Activity

Frequently Called Numbers

Index of Classes

SPRING 2026 Open University Quick Reference Academic Calendar......................... 3 Frequently Called Numbers................... 3 Index of Classes ........................... 4 Schedule of Classes ........................ 5 Important Links .......................... 68 Registration Information .................... 69 Academic and Credit Information ............. 70 General Information ....................... 71 Map of Campus .......................... 73 Registration Form ........................ 74 CSUDH Open University is an easy way for anyone to participate in regular university classes at CSU Dominguez Hills. Registration is easy-formal admission at CSUDH is not required. Each class you take through Open University at CSUDH may apply toward your future degree while you enhance your professional skills and explore your personal interests. High School students who will have completed their junior year by June may register with the written support of their principal or counselor accompanying their registration form and fees. Up to 24 units of Open University credit may apply toward an undergraduate degree at CSUDH. Up to 9 units of academic credit may be applied towards a graduate degree at CSUDH. Spring 2026 Classes Begin January 20 Earn Degree Credit Through Open University Open University courses are recorded as resident credit on CSUDH transcripts and can count toward undergraduate and graduate degrees at CSUDH. For further information: 310-243-3741 (Option 1) • [learn@csudh.edu](learn@csudh.edu) • [www.csudh.edu/open](www.csudh.edu/open) Open University DO YOU WANT TO TAKE UNIVERSITY CLASSES NOW? Take CSUDH credit courses without being admitted to the university. No transcripts, applications, or other documentation are required. Apply credits you earn to a degree later, if you wish. Test a degree program to see if it suits your educational aspirations. Improve your grade point average if your first attempt at college courses was less than successful. If you have been disqualified from the university or denied admission because of a grade point deficiency, you can enroll in Open University and get a second chance to show your true potential. Complete requirements for a degree begun at another university. COVER PHOTO ©2025 Michael Pliskin Photography • [www.pliskindesigns.com](www.pliskindesigns.com) Open University Academic Program Calendar • Spring 2026 Dates Activity Jan 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday | No classes–Campus CLOSED Jan 20 Classes and Open University Registration Begin Feb 5 Last day to change grading option to Credit/No Credit Feb 13 Last day to add a class Feb 13 Last day to drop-No record of enrollment (drop without a W) Use this Form: [https://csudh.edu/Assets/csudh-sites/ccpe/docs/registration/ccpe-drop-form_interactive.pdf](https://csudh.edu/Assets/csudh-sites/ccpe/docs/registration/ccpe-drop-form_interactive.pdf)[ ](https://csudh.edu/Assets/csudh-sites/ccpe/docs/registration/ccpe-drop-form_interactive.pdf)Feb 16 Last day to drop with pro-rated refund (65% of total fees paid) Feb 16 President's Day Holiday | No classes–Campus OPEN Feb 16–Apr 17 Serious and Compelling Reasons Required to drop a course. To Drop/Withdraw from a course during this period approval is required: • Instructor permission • Department Chair permission • “W” Grade will appear on student record Download the Petition for Exception Form: [https://csudh.edu/Assets/csudh-sites/admissions-records/docs/forms/petition-for-exemption-form-fi](https://csudh.edu/Assets/csudh-sites/admissions-records/docs/forms/petition-for-exemption-form-fi)llable.pdf Mar 29–Apr 4 Spring Recess | No Classes–Campus OPEN Mar 31 Cesar Chavez Day Holiday No classes; Campus closed Apr 20–May 8 Serious Accident or Illness Required to Withdraw from a course during this period, the signatures of three persons are required: 1) the instructor 2) the department chair

FAQs

When do Spring 2026 Open University classes and registration begin?

Classes and Open University registration begin on January 20, 2026.

What is the last day to change the grading option to Credit/No Credit?

The last day to change the grading option to Credit/No Credit is February 5.

Can Open University classes count toward CSU Dominguez Hills degrees?

Yes. Open University courses are recorded as resident credit on CSUDH transcripts and can count toward undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Sep 4, 2026

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