When Can I Register?
Academic advising is essential to fulfilling the teaching and learning mission of Western Kentucky University. At WKU, academic advising is required for all baccalaureate degree-seeking students until graduation. An administrative hold will prevent registration until you have met with your assigned academic advisor. Schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor prior to your designated registration date.
Eligible students are encouraged to register during the priority period according to the sequence below. Students (full-time and part-time) may register on their assigned date or thereafter whenever TopNet is available. Refer to the specific term's academic calendar for important dates affecting your registration.
Winter 2025 session registration will open for all students on Monday, October 13, 2025. Winter session registration will not require advising prior to registration, although it is strongly recommended.
Spring 2026 Registration Dates
| PRIORITY REGISTRATION BEGINS THROUGH TOPNET | ||
| October 20 | Graduate Students, Seniors and Post-Baccalaureate Students (90 or more hours earned) | |
|---|---|---|
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | October 20 | |
| October 21 |
Special Groups | |
| TIER 1 | October 21 | |
| TIER 2 | October 22 | |
| October 23 | Juniors (60 - 89 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | October 23 | |
| October 27 | Sophomores (30 - 59 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | October 27 | |
|
October 28 |
Returning Freshmen (0 - 29 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | October 28 | |
Summer 2026 session registration dates are as follows:
- March 2: Graduate Students
- March 3: Seniors and Post-Baccalaureate Students (90 or more earned hours)
- March 4: Juniors (60 - 89 earned hours)
- March 5: Sophomores (30 - 59 earned hours)
- March 6: Freshmen (0 - 29 earned hours)
Summer session registration will not require advising prior to registration, although it is strongly recommended.
Fall 2026 Registration Dates
| PRIORITY REGISTRATION BEGINS THROUGH TOPNET | ||
| March 23 | Graduate Students, Seniors and Post-Baccalaureate Students (90 or more hours earned) | |
|---|---|---|
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | March 23 | |
| March 24-25 | Special Groups | |
| TIER 1 | March 24 | |
| TIER 2 | March 25 | |
| March 26 | Juniors (60 - 89 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | March 26 | |
| March 30 | Sophomores (30 - 59 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | March 30 | |
|
March 31 |
Returning Freshmen (0 - 29 earned hours) | |
| LAST NAME | REGISTRATION DATE | |
| A - Z | March 31 | |
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