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How do I know what class to register for?
In your first semester, you will meet with a faculty advisor to explore your program amd fill out a registration form. (Your faculty advisor will remain the same throughout your time at Meadville Lombard, unless you request a change or an advisor is not available, such as in the case of sabbatical or leave.)
You and your advisor will develop a plan of study and share reflections on your progress in preparing for ministry.
All fees must be paid at the time of registration. You will receive a copy of your registration and invoice for the quarter.
When do I register?
Registration for new students is scheduled the week prior to the beginning of the academic year.
Returning students register in late May for the Fall semester. Registration for the Spring semester is in November.
Registration for the January Term occurs over the summer months, beginning July 15.
Registration information for the Summer intensives is posted beginning March 15 of each year.
Please note: all students must show proof of immunization in order to remain enrolled in classes. Find instructions and deadlines here.
How do I register for ACTS Courses?
Complete the ACTS Cross Registration Form, save it, and email it to Meadville Lombard's Registrar.
Before completing the forms, however, verify that the desired course is being offered by referring to the most recent course schedules available in the ACTS catalog or on the seondary school's website.
What about University of Chicago Courses?
To take a course at the University of Chicago (U of C), you must get your advisors approval first. You will then be given a Bi-Registration form to complete. The Registrar signs and gives the form to you and then you take it to the Office of the Registrar at the U of C Divinity School (Swift Hall, Room 103).
The Divinity School Registrar then processes your registration. Meadville Lombard students must register with the Divinity School Registrar regardless of the course/school for which they are registering (SSA, Divinity, Business, etc.).
NOTE: When you take a U of C course, you must maintain contact with the Meadville Lombard Registrar and the Divinity School Registrar to assure that no problems occur.
How do I add or drop a course?
You must contact the Meadville Lombard Registrar's office in order to add or drop a course. You will complete an Add/Drop form and the Registrar processes the program change. You will be given a copy of the program change. If the program change results in a tuition/fee adjustment, the adjustment will be made at that time and you will receive a copy of the adjustment.
If you are adding or dropping a U of C course, after you make the program change with the Meadville Lombard Registrar and receive your copy of the Add/Drop form, you must take your form to the Divinity School Registrar to assure the proper program change. The Divinity School Registrar will then give you the proper forms for the U of C program change. If you by-pass the Divinity School Registrar, you risk losing health insurance, library privileges, gym privileges, and your program changes cannot be guaranteed.
May I audit a class?
A student who is registered for a full program of courses may audit, at a reduced charge, classes subject to the consent of the instructor. Audited courses do not carry credit and are not part of the student’s permanent record, unless requested.
What if I need to take a leave of absence?
If you are considering a leave of absence, you should meet first with your advisor or the Academic Dean to discuss your needs and plans. The student must present a petition to the faculty explaining the purpose, need, and expected length of absence. Once on leave, you should be back in contact with the Academic Dean within a year to report on your situation.
Will you accept transfer credits?
Any questions about what is acceptable transfer credit should be referred to the Academic Dean. Credits will not be used to fulfill requirements for another degree. Courses that are transferred may exempt students from required courses, permitting the substitution of electives to fulfill ML degree requirements.
May I petition for advanced standing?
All petitions for advanced standing resulting from previous seminary training must be submitted to the Academic Dean. No work done for a previous degree will be applied toward degree requirements at ML. The amount of advanced standing granted depends on the accreditation of institutions where the work was done, course correlation to the ML’s requirements, and the academic performance of the student. In all cases, the amount and nature of the advanced standing is left to the discretion of the Academic Dean.
How do I withdraw from Meadville Lombard?
Any student accepted into and enrolled in a degree program who later decides to withdraw from the school shall submit formal notification (in writing) to the faculty for approval along with a copy to the Registrar for legal record and file.
Any student withdrawing for any reason is responsible for the registration fee for the quarter in which the withdrawal occurred. However, a student who is given approval to withdraw shall be granted a refund of a portion of the original tuition charge in accordance with our posted deadlines.
Any student not providing formal notification nor gaining approval for withdrawal shall be liable for all charges.
What if I decide to transfer to another school?
You are advised to meet with your Academic Advisor regarding your intentions to transfer from Meadville Lombard. Then:
- Write a letter to the Academic Dean and the Registrar indicating your intent to transfer and when the transfer will take place (i.e., end of academic year, end of quarter, etc.).
- Meet with the Business Manager to pay any outstanding balances to ML.
- If you have a Stafford Loan, meet with the Financial Aid Administrator to cancel your Stafford Loan, and complete the Exit Interview.
If you were awarded financial aid from Meadville Lombard, then declare your decision to transfer to another school, you will immediately lose the awarded financial assistance for the remainder of the academic year.
What about grades?
You will be sent a notice of grades at the end of each quarter, once the faculty submit the grades and a report of work completed to the registrar. | 
