If you are new to City College for Fall 2008, you must register in person. Your PIN will be assigned by mid-semester.

To use eSIMS online, you must have a PIN.

What is a Personal Identification Number (PIN) and how do I get mine? Your PIN is a six-digit number required to access information and to register via eSIMS online. In order to ensure the security of your academic records, you will need your student ID number and your PIN to use the system. We recommend that you change your PIN periodically.

Initially, your PIN is assigned by the College; it is date-of-birth (MMDDYY). If you were born on April 20, 1980, for example, your college-assigned PIN is 042080. If your date-of-birth does not give you access to your records, your PIN will be set to the first or last six digits of your student ID number; if none of these combinations work you must go to the Registrar’s Office (A-102) to select a new PIN. The first time that you access the system you should change your college-assigned PIN to a six-digit number that you choose. Keep your PIN in a secure place; if you lose it you must go to the Office of the Registrar to have a new number assigned.

When, how long, and how often can I use the system? You may use the web registration system at any time on or after your scheduled appointment day and time, through September 2, 2008.

1. Complete the Registration Form. (get pdf version)
   
2. See your advisor for approval of your course selections prior to registration.
   
3. Go to the “Registrar” link on the CCNY homepage and select “Register for Classes.”
   
4. Enter your 9-digit Student ID number and 6-digit PIN, and click the login button. You may change your PIN at this time. You must know your PIN in order to change it. If you lose or forget your PIN, go to the Office of the Registrar in A-102 to select a new one.
   
5. Read the Welcome Message that appears on the screen for additional information related to registration.
   
6. Select the Registration option to register for courses.
   
7. Type in the code number(s) as listed on the registration form that has been signed by your advisor.
   
8. After you have made all the entries click the SUBMIT button.
   
9. If there are any problems with your registration, they will be listed on the registration page. (Scroll down this page to see Web Registration Problem Messages) If this happens, you must see your advisor on campus for assistance in completing your registration.
   
10. You may view and print your schedule at any time. You may also view and print your unofficial bill and transcript.
    
11. Review your bill when you have completed your initial registration transaction. Pay particular attention to your due date; the college will cancel your registration if your bill has not been validated by that date.
    PAYMENTS
    :: You may pay your bill on e-Sims. Click on "view your bill", "pay now" and continue to follow the instructions.
    :: You may pay your bill at the Bursar's office. Either method of payment is considered "validation."
    
    ZERO BILLS
    :: You can also validate zero bills electronically. Click on the link to "validate your zero bill", either on your e-Sims homepage, or under "Quick Links" on the CCNY homepage.
    :: Note that information from your record is posted to this site next business day, and transactions from this site are posted to your record the next business day.
    
    Note: If you add, drop or make other changes to your initial registration, your due date does NOT change. The Bursar will mail you a bill shortly after your FIRST registration transaction. Please view subsequent revisions on e-Sims.
    
12. When you have completed your registration, please remember to sign off.

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1. Make sure your financial aid is in order. If you have any questions about your financial aid, call (212) 650-5819 or visit the Financial Aid Office (A-104).
2. Make sure there are no STOPS on your record that would delay your registration. If you have any STOPS you can verify them by going online to view your records at the "i" desk in the NAC lobby or in the Registrar's Office, A-102. Clear all STOPS prior to registration.
3. Check the 2007-2009 Undergraduate or 2007 - 2008 Graduate Bulletin (also available on the web at www1.ccny.cuny.edu/CCNYBulletin) for a complete description of College policies, degree requirements and course descriptions. Click here to view academic policies that could affect your registration.
4. See your advisor and get his/her signature on the Registration Form. Forms are also available at the “i” desk or the Registrar’s Office. Undergraduate Advisors  (pdf) and Graduate Advisors (pdf)
5. Register online: click here to view schedule
   
   If you are an undergraduate student with a GPA of 2.0 or above, or a graduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or above, you are eligible to register online. We urge you to take advantage of online registration to help you get the classes that you want.
   
   If you are registering for honors courses through the Honors Center, please come to the Center (NA 4/150) in person on or after your registration appointment.
   
   If your GPA is below 2.0, you must register in person during walk-in registration, August 20 and 21.
   Please note: Many departments offer co-op and independent study courses that are not listed in this schedule. You must register for these courses in person, August 20 and 21, with permission from the Chairperson.
   
   
6. If you register online your bill will be mailed to you shortly after your first registration session. If you change your program thereafter, and want a new bill, call the Bursar at (212) 650-6792 for a revised bill. Bill mailing stops when online registration stops. Remember that all bills must be validated/stamped by the Bursar‘s cashiers; this includes zero bills and bills paid via the TuitionPay plan.
7. Pay your bill by the date noted on the lower left-hand portion. Please note: you must pay your bill by the due date, or you will be deregistered.

Course Selection + Bill Payment = Registration

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