Auditing a Course

If you would like to take a course without earning a letter grade or credit, you may request to audit the course. The cost of the course is the same as if you took it for credit, and you may be required to participate fully in course work. You should clarify the expectations with the instructor before you register. If you’re considering auditing a course, you should contact your adviser.

Steps to Audit a Course

  1. Fill out the registration drop/add form.
  2. Write "AU" in place of credits on the form.
  3. Send this form to the Registrar in one of the following ways:

Post:
World Campus Registrar 
100 Outreach Building 
Suite 128 
University Park, PA 16802

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 814-865-3290

You will receive a reply in one to two business days after the Registrar processes your request.

For More Information

Read about Penn State's policy on auditing.