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Registration Procedures

Your complete guide to course selection, registration, and academic services

Registration Made Simple

Navigate the registration process with confidence using this comprehensive guide. From course selection to final enrollment, we'll walk you through every step to ensure your academic success at Tougaloo College.

Registration Process & Requirements

Follow these essential steps and requirements to successfully complete your course registration for the upcoming semester.

New Student Information

New Student Requirement

All new students must confirm attendance with the Office of Admissions prior to proceeding with course selection and registration.

Important Steps for New Students:

  • Students should meet with an advisor for advising and early course selection
  • Students who are new or are undecided about a major should contact the Student Success Office at 601-977-6182
  • Students who are unable to contact their advisor, do not know their advisor or who have not been assigned an advisor must contact their major Department Chair

Major Declaration/Change Form

Required Documentation:

  • All students must have a Major Declaration Form on file in the Office of the Registrar
  • All first year students will declare a major in their Student Success class
  • Students whose major is incorrect on their "Loo" Account or desire to change their major must complete the form on the Loo (student portal)
Access The Loo Student Portal

Course Selection Procedures

Required Steps:

  1. See advisor for advising and course selection approval
  2. Overload (19 hours or above) must complete the form on the Loo (student portal). (Overload options not available to new students)

Important Note

Students must meet with their academic advisor before proceeding with course registration to ensure proper course selection and academic planning.

Financial Aid Requirements

Award Letter Information:

Students entering during the fall semester will receive a Financial Aid Award Letter for both semesters (fall and spring) once all required financial aid documents have been submitted.

No Award Letter?

Students without a Financial Aid Award Letter must contact a Financial Aid representative immediately.

Financial Aid: 601-977-7769

Online Registration Process

Step-by-Step Registration:

  1. Log in to "The Loo" using your assigned Username and Password
  2. Click on the Student Tab
  3. Select Online Registration (on the left)
  4. Select Student Schedule
  5. Change Term to current term (example: Fall 2024-2025, Spring 2024-2025)
  6. Select Add/Drop Courses (on the left)
  7. Complete the Personal Information Update Form
  8. Submit
  9. CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE REGISTERED!

ID Card Services

Required for All Students: All students must have a valid Tougaloo College ID card.

ID Processing Hours:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (unless otherwise indicated, e.g., holidays)
  • 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
  • 2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Appointment Required

To request an appointment, please allow 24 hours to receive a response. You will receive an email with your appointment details.

Request ID Card Appointment

Vehicle Registration

Required for Vehicle Owners: Students with an automobile must register the vehicle and purchase a Tougaloo College auto decal from Campus Security.

Campus Security: 601-977-7876

Schedule Changes (Drop/Add)

Schedule Change Process:

  1. See Advisor for schedule change approval
  2. Overload (19 hours or above) must complete the form on the Loo (student portal). (Overload options not available to new students)

Technical Support

Questions concerning procedures for logging in to the Loo should be directed to the Office of Information Technology Help Desk.

Ready to Register?

Our Registration and Academic Support teams are here to help you navigate the registration process and ensure your academic success at Tougaloo College.