Non-Degree (Visiting) Student Application

Non-Degree Application Deadlines:

Fall Semester – August 15 
Winter Intersession – December 10
Spring Semester – January 10
Summer Session I – May 15 
Summer Session II/III – June 15

The Winter '25 and Spring '25 Non-Degree and Senior Auditor applications are now open!

The following information is applicable for visiting non-degree students only. CUNY E-permit students should refer to the information indicated on the E-Permit page.

Registration for accepted Non-Degree (Visiting) students will begin approximately one month prior to the start of the semester, on a space available basis. Please refer to the academic calendar for session/semester start and end dates, payment deadlines, and other important information. Please note, students educated outside of the United States cannot apply as a Non-Degree (Visiting) student and we do not process Graduate Non-Degree requests.

Steps to Apply as a Non-Degree (Visiting) student:

1.    Utilize Global Class Search to view course offerings for the semester of your choosing. Once you find a course/s of interest, please take note of the course abbreviation, number, section, and CLASS number. Consult with a home college advisor to ensure that your desired courses are transferable to your home college.

2.    Complete your Non-Degree (Visiting) application. You will be required to pay a non-refundable fee of $65 for each application you submit, so please ensure you request the appropriate semester on your application. The $65 non-refundable fee will appear on your CUNYFirst account once your application is submitted and processed and you are responsible for paying this fee regardless of whether you enroll in classes for the semester.

  • For first-time college students (or college students with less than 24 college credits), a final high school transcript showing proof of graduation (or GED scores), SAT or ACT scores*, and a transcript from every prior institution attended is required. Any additional transcripts can be sent to us directly via email if needed (contact information below).
  • For applicants with prior college or university course work (24 college credits or more), a transcript from every prior institution attended is required. Proof of high school graduation is optional. Any additional transcripts can be sent to us directly via email if needed (contact information below).

*SPRING 2025 THROUGH SPRING 2027 ADMISSION – SAT/ACT TEST OPTIONAL POLICY. Click here for more information.

Contact us

Jaden Feliciano
Enrollment Coordinator
nondegree@jjay.cuny.edu

Jay Express Services and EM Call Center
212-663-7867
jayexpress@jjay.cuny.edu