SF Honors News: Important Registration and Family Preview Day Information
Set yourself up for success in Summer and Fall!
This week is a critical time when it comes to setting yourself up for future success. If you take a little time to put together a solid academic plan and select courses for the coming term that support your plan, you can be sure that you’re working toward your education and career goals. As you all get ready to do the critical work of selecting classes for the Summer and Fall, I’ve got some important reminders and updates.
Your Registration Date is March 27th
As a member of the Honors Program, you can start signing up for classes this Thursday! Now is a perfect time to plan ahead and select the classes you want so that when Thursday morning comes you can log into eSantaFe and pick the schedule you want.
Clear Your Registration Holds
While you’re logging into eSantaFe and planning ahead, take a moment to check in “My Status” and clear any registration holds. Whether it’s a financial obligation, the Registration Agreement, or just a late library book, there are a number of holds that can prevent you from registering for classes when your time comes. Take care of these ahead of time to make sure you can get registered right away when Advanced Registration starts.
Register for Honors Classes Using the Honors Registration Request Form
Once you have selected your courses for the coming term, including your honors courses, you can request Honors courses be added to your schedule using the Honors Registration Request. In fact, you don’t need to wait until your registration date to do this—you can request Honors classes right now. Note that you don’t need to include your whole schedule, just your Honors classes.
Plan the Perfect Schedule
Scheduling requirements are different for each student, but there are some general guidelines, however, that are helpful as you build your schedule for the summer and fall. Follow these brief steps to start building a strong plan.
Maintain your honors status: To remain in the Honors Program, you will need to register for at least 3 credits of Honors coursework for the upcoming semester, or earn 30 Honors points. Click here for a listing of honors courses to be offered this coming semester.
Maintain progress toward your degree and/or transfer: You can review your progress toward earning your degree, as well as any courses required or suggested for transfer by reviewing your Degree Audit in eSantaFe. If you have any questions about degree or transfer requirements, take a minute to connect with the Academic Advisement Center.
Balance your time: Santa Fe expects that you will invest 2 - 3 hours per week for each credit hour that you register. This means that, for example, a full-time, 12 credit, schedule equates to a roughly 24- to 36-hour per week commitment.
Honors Schedule: Summer and Fall 2024
Remember that, when planning your schedule you’ll want to make room for at least one Honors class each semester. To help you put together that plan, we’ve got the schedule of classes for Fall 2025. Just remember that you’ll need to fill out an Honors Registration Request for any Honors class you plan to take.
You can see the full schedule right here on the Honors Hub.
How does Registration Work for Honors Students?
As an Honors Program member, you have access to Honors versions of classes as well as advanced registration, so you can get first pick of the classes you need!
Can register themselves for Summer and Fall classes in eSantaFe during Advanced Registration, as early as March 27.
Will register for Honors Classes using the Honors Registration Request System
Will work with Academic Advisors in the SF AAC or your program of study to develop academic plans.
How do I Know What to Take?
We’re all more successful when we know why we’re doing what we’re doing, and this semester is a perfect time to build or refine your academic plan. Whether you are working on your first plan of study, created yours with me last semester, or got your start with Professor Hom, now is a great time to connect with an advisor to build a plan. Just remember that you want to take at least one Honors class per semester.
Meet with your Advisor in the SF Academic Advisement Center
Your advisor in the AAC is the expert in preparing for graduation from SF and transfer to a university and they are dedicated to supporting your education and career goals. Make an appointment to put together your academic plan now, before it’s time to register. You can learn more about the AAC through the SF Advisement website, or set up an appointment to meet with your advisor.
Meet with a UF advisor in the UF@SF Center
If you are planning to transfer to UF in the future, now is also an excellent time to plan on meeting with an advisor from your intended plan of study. Contact the UF@SF Center for information on when UF advisors will be visiting to meet with prospective transfer students.
When and How Can I Register?
As an SF Honors Student, you have access to Advanced Registration, meaning that you can register for classes as early as March 27. The process for registration is a little different, however, depending on which classes you plan to take:
Non-Honors Classes: Log into eSantaFe during Advanced Registration, then navigate to “Classes” and “Register for Classes.” Select the sections you want and register for them. It’s that easy!
Honors Classes: Registering for Honors classes requires that you submit an Honors Registration Request form. Just log into eSantaFe and find the Honors classes you want to take—their section numbers will have the letter H in them—and then put their information in the form.
Family Preview Day 2025
10 Honors Points for Participating in Event
SF is hosting our second big recruitment event this Saturday, March 29 and we need your help! On that Saturday, hundreds of families will come from across the country to learn what SF has to offer. This event, which focuses on connecting with incoming SF students, is an excellent opportunity to share about what makes SF special and how you—as a member of the Honors Program—are able to get the most out of your time here. On Saturday, we'll have tabling—a great chance to talk with lots of different students and their families—as well as a few information sessions and panels.
The event takes place from 8am to 1pm and there will be tabling opportunities throughout the day as well as a chance to participate in information sessions and student panels at 9:40, 10:40, and 11:40.
The event is only a few days away, so if you are available and would like to earn some points and support the Honors community, sign up today! I’ll be in touch a couple of days from now with more information about how, when, and where to join in.