PLEASE ALLOW 3-5 BUSINESS DAYS FOR PROCESSING. To check petition status in myCuesta, go to Student Self Service portlet -> Prepare for Registration -> Select a Term -> then go to Registration Status tab.
Form links below open in Dynamic Forms that populates your name and student ID. You must be a current student and have authenticated your myCuesta login credentials before opening Dynamic Form. You may be required to route your form via email for approval: Faculty & Staff Directory
Form: Schedule a meeting with a Counselor to start the Academic Renewal Process
Students may petition to have their academic record reviewed for academic renewal of substandard academic performance. Grade alleviation of coursework for any term/session to be disregarded if conditions are met. View Policy
How to Add (PDF) or view video tutorial
Add classes online in myCuesta within deadlines. As of first class meeting, instructor issued add code required. If submitting Add Card, it must be postmarked, faxed, emailed or brought in-person within deadline with government-issued photo ID. View Policy
Form: Course Audit Request
Available on a space-available basis. Dual Enrollment/Enrichment may not audit. View Policy
Correct/update date of birth, educational goal, name, or Social Security on Cuesta records. Submit form with government-issued photo ID. View information that can be changed online in myCuesta Student Self Service.
Form: Petition for Credit by Examination
Also known as challenging a course by taking a test to earn a grade of an approved credit by exam course. View List of Courses and Policy
Form: Credit Overload Authorization
By approval of a Cuesta counselor, enroll above 19.0 credits in spring/fall or above 9.0 in summer. Click here: contact a counselor
Attention: Enrichment students may not enroll beyond 11 credits for Spring and Fall or 9 credits for Summer session.
How to Drop (PDF) or view video tutorial
Dropping a course? Take our Course Withdrawal Questionnaire to determine what drop you are eligible for.
Drop classes online in myCuesta within deadlines. If submitting Drop Card, it must be postmarked, faxed, emailed, or brought in person within deadline with government-issued photo ID. View Policy
Find out what type of drop your are eligible for before dropping your course here: Course Withdrawal Questionnaire
FOR STUDENTS LOOKING TO DROP COURSES DURING CURRENT SEMESTER (NO GRADE RECEIVED)
FOR STUDENTS LOOKING TO REPLACE A GRADE WITH AN EW (GRADE RECEIVED)
Form: Evaluations Policy Appeal
Appeal of degree requirements such as health, diversity, catalog rights, GE coursework, upper division coursework, or graduation priority registration deadline due to extenuating circumstances.
Form: Student Representation Fee Waiver
Opt out of paying Student Representation Fee for the term. Must be submitted each term student wishes to opt out.
Form: Student Services Consent for Release of Information Form
A FERPA code works in place of a photo ID to allow Cuesta College to verify student identity over the phone. We do this in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) which protects your information as a student.
Official transcripts for transfer credit and AP scores must be submitted. Meet with a counselor for final General Education certification, certificate, and/or degree evaluation.
Petition for Substitution/Waiver of Associate Degree or Certificate Requirements: By Cuesta counselor recommendation and approval of Division Chair and Instructional Dean.
Form: Documentation of Independent Student Status
Documentation of Independent Student Status: Homeless Youth under 25 years of age, who has been verified during the 24 months immediately preceding the receipt of his or her admission application may be eligible for early priority registration. View Policy
Form: Independent Study Agreement Form
In-depth study in a selected topic under direction of an instructor. View Policy
Form: Petition for Pass/No Pass Grading
"GP" courses grading option in Class Finder may be taken for pass/no pass grading. View Policy and Transfer FAQs
Form: Enrichment Program Grades 9-12 Permit to Enroll
Dual Enrollment (Enrichment) students in Grades 9-12 authorization to enroll by Principal and parent/guardian. View Dual Enrollment Program Information
The following courses require verification of prerequisite/co-requisite completion prior to registering: List of Computer Enforced Courses
Form: Petition to Reinstate Enrollment Priority and/or CCPG Eligibility
Students may petition for reinstatement one-time only based on specific criteria. A current Comprehensive Student Education Plan is required.
Form: Evaluation Policy Appeal (Graduation Priority)
Degree applicants who are continuing students (currently enrolled) with 12 credits completed in residency, who will be completing their remaining AA, AS, Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) degree or transfer requirements within one semester at Cuesta must submit degree application by deadline posted in Student Planning Calendar. Submit Evaluation Policy Appeal if application not submitted by deadline due to extenuating circumstances.
Students will be held financially responsible for fees related to classes not dropped within the refund deadlines. Refer to the Student Financial Responsibility statement for more information. View policy: How to receive a refund
Click here for Academic Reinstatement ProcessFor Students on Probation or Dismissal: View Policy
Students may petition to repeat a course under circumstances allowed in Title V. View Course Repetition Policy
Submit request for reclassification of residency status. View Residency Policy
Noncredit Attendance Hours (Staff Only Form)
Military Members and Dependents of Military
Form: Schedule Conflict Petition
Request approval to enroll in two overlapping courses. View Policy
Click here: Place Transcript Order
Order official transcripts online by either electronic (PDF) or hard-copy/paper. Students may access unofficial transcripts in the myCuesta portal. Go to Student Service Service portlet. On the right, click on Student Records then "View Unofficial Transcripts."