Fullerton College
ADMISSIONS & RECORDS
Wait List FAQ
What is a wait list?
A wait list is an electronic list of students who would like to enroll in a closed class. Wait listing does not guarantee enrollment into any class and not all classes have wait lists. Wait listed students must meet all registration requirements.
How do I place myself onto a wait list?
Log on to myGateway, go to “Registration Tools” and click “Add/Drop Classes”. Enter the CRN of the class. You will be advised if the class is closed, and be given the option of adding to the wait list if wait list seats are available. To place yourself on the wait list, use the drop down menu and select “Wait list”, then click “Confirm Your Choices”.
How can I monitor my wait list priority?
Log on to myGateway, go to “Registration Tools” and click “Check Wait list Status”.
How will I know if a seat in the class becomes available while I am on the wait list?
We recommend that you closely monitor your wait list priority position. You can also monitor whether or not a seat becomes available. Go to “Registration Tools” and click “Check Wait list Status”.
If a seat becomes available, wait listed students will be notified via email that they have 48 hours to add the class. The email will be sent to the preferred email address on file. The college is not responsible for undeliverable emails or emails never received by a student for any reason. We strongly recommend that you monitor your wait list priority yourself. Go to “Registration Tools” and click “Check Wait list Status”.
How do I add the class once I see that there is an open seat when I go to "check wait list status" or receive a wait list email notification?
Log on to myGateway, go to “Registration Tools” and click “Add/Drop Classes”. Go to the specific wait listed class in your list of classes and use the drop down box to register for the course. Don’t forget to click “Confirm Your Choices” and “Complete Registration”.
How long do I have to add the class when a seat becomes available?
Once a seat becomes available you have 48 hours to add the class OR till midnight prior to the start day of class, whichever comes first.
What if I miss the 48 hour deadline to add the class after a seat opens?
Your name is automatically removed from the wait list and the next wait listed student is notified.
