Employees and Spouses

Frequently Asked Questions for Employees and Spouses

Click on the links below for the most commonly asked questions about the Summer Session for employees and spouses or explore FAQs specific to Notre Dame students, visiting students, or international students by clicking on the appropriate link.

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Am I eligible to register for a course?

Yes, as an employee, you are eligible to register for a summer course. There is a three-step process to register for your summer classes. Information regarding the education benefit and registration process can be found through the Office of the Registrar.

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How do I register for a summer course?

There is a three-step process to get registered for your summer classes. Information regarding the education benefit and registration process can be found through the Office of the Registrar.

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Can I audit or sit in on a course?

Yes, you can audit a course. There is a three-step process to get registered for your summer classes. Information regarding the education benefit and registration process can be found through the Office of the Registrar. Sitting in on a course without being registered is not allowed. 

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Is my spouse eligible to register for a summer course?

Yes, your spouse is eligible to register for a summer course. More information can be found on the Human Resources website.

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Is my child eligible to register for a summer course?

Yes, children of employees are eligible to take summer courses.

  1. Current Notre Dame students can register for a course through insideND.
  2. Incoming freshmen must get permission to take summer courses from the Office of Undergraduate Education. If approved, students will complete an online application to get activated for the summer. After completion of the summer course, their dean can request the Office of the Registrar to change the course(s) to count toward their degree.
  3. Students from other institutions can register through the Summer Session application.

Item to Note:

Employees must submit an Application for Educational Benefits Form each summer to receive their educational benefit. More information can be found on the Human Resources website.

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How do I make changes to my summer schedule?

Please visit Registration Dates & Deadlines for the add/drop timeframe and the guide to drop a course. 

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