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Learn Without Pursuing a Degree
Take courses at CSU Pueblo for personal interest, professional development, college credit, auditing, or lifelong learning without applying to a degree program.
Expand Your Education at CSU Pueblo
Broadening your mind and furthering your education does not always have to result in a degree. CSU Pueblo offers non-degree options for students who want to explore a subject, build a skill, continue professional development, or learn for the sake of learning.
Who Should Apply as a Non-Degree Student?
You may be a non-degree student if you want to take CSU Pueblo courses without pursuing a certificate or degree program.
Non-degree students may be taking courses for credit, auditing courses, exploring personal interests, developing professional skills, or enrolling as eligible senior citizens.
Admissions Requirements
Official non-degree admissions requirements are maintained in the CSU Pueblo catalog. Review the catalog for current admission criteria and policy details.
View RequirementsNon-Degree Student Checklist
Use this checklist to prepare for enrollment as a non-degree student.
Choose Your Non-Degree Option
Decide whether you want to take a course for credit, no credit, personal enrichment, professional development, or audit purposes.
Review Course Availability
Explore available courses and confirm whether the class you want is open to non-degree students.
Check Requirements
Some courses may require prerequisites, instructor approval, placement information, or department permission.
Submit the Appropriate Application
Complete the application or enrollment process required for your non-degree option and term.
Review Tuition and Fees
Non-degree students are typically responsible for tuition and fees, and financial aid may not be available for non-degree enrollment.
Watch for Next Steps
Check your email and follow instructions from Admissions, Extended Studies, or the appropriate academic department.
Once You Are Enrolled
After you are approved or enrolled, complete these next steps before your course begins.
Confirm Your Course Schedule
Review your registered course, meeting pattern, location, delivery format, and start date.
Review Course Expectations
Understand whether your course is for credit, no credit, or audit and how participation may appear on your academic record.
Pay Tuition and Fees
Review your student account and payment deadlines. Some non-degree options are not eligible for financial aid.
View Tuition and FeesSet Up Student Access
Follow university instructions to access campus systems, email, online course tools, and other student resources.
Prepare for Class
Review required materials, course communication, and any instructor instructions before the course begins.
Plan Your Future Path
Non-degree enrollment may help you explore whether a degree program is the right next step.
Explore Student TypesNeed Help Choosing the Right Option?
Admissions can help you understand the non-degree application process. Extended Studies may also support students pursuing personal, professional, or continuing education opportunities.
Important Note
Non-degree students are not admitted to a degree program. Course limits, financial aid eligibility, and registration requirements may vary by enrollment type.
Ready to Get Started?
Apply now, review admissions requirements, or contact Admissions for help choosing the non-degree option that fits your goals.