Forms
Frequently Used Forms
Add Form
The Add Form is used for adding courses. It is available to submit in person (with a photo ID) or via email. Please send the completed form (with signatures, only if required) to registrar@uni.edu from your UNI email. All forms received from personal (non-UNI) emails will not be accepted. Please reach out to our office via phone or email if you have any questions about which signatures are needed.
Drop Form
The Drop Form is used for dropping courses once the term has begun. It is available to submit in person (with a photo ID) or via email. Please send the completed form (with signatures, only if required) to registrar@uni.edu from your UNI email. All forms received from personal (non-UNI) emails will not be accepted. Please reach out to our office via phone or email if you have any questions about which signatures are needed.
Withdrawal Form
This form is utilized by a student who wishes to withdrawal from all of their classes at the University of Northern Iowa. Prior to submitting the Withdrawal Form, it is strongly recommended that you read Withdrawal Schedule under the Calendars tab. You should also read Withdrawal: Refund Percentages and Grade Assignments under the Tuition & Fees tab. This form MUST be sent from your UNI email to registrar@uni.edu or submitted in person (with a photo ID).
Declaration of Curriculum
The department of your NEW major must approve this declaration. If you are declaring a second or third Major, departmental approval for EACH is required. If you are changing to the Exploratory Major, please visit the Office of Academic Advising (ITTC 007) for Major advisor signature. Declaring a Minor and/or Program Certificate may require departmental approval. Please consult with the appropriate department. This form MUST be sent from your UNI email to registrar@uni.edu or submitted in person (with a photo ID).
Forms in Alphabetical Order
Academic Student Request
This online form allows students to request exceptions to academic policies and regulations. See Utilizing the Online Student Request System for additional information. To view the approval process for each request type, see Undergraduate Student Request Approval Process and Graduate Student Request Approval Process. For further questions or assistance with completing this form, please contact your academic advisor or program coordinator.
Academic Verification Request
The Academic Verification Request is utilized by a student who are looking for any of the following: (1) Degree Verification; (2) Enrollment Verification (3) Good Student Discount; or (4) Loan Deferment Request. Students can now access an Enrollment Verification at any time with Student Self-Service - no more waiting for us to process your request! For step-by-step instructions on how to access Enrollment Verifications electronically, please click here.
Ad Hoc Report Request
The Ad Hoc Report Request is utilized by students, faculty, staff who are in need of information that is not already provided elsewhere by the university. Prior to filling out and submitting this WebForm, please take a moment to review the information on our Reports webpage and also on the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning website.
Add Course Section
The Add Course Section is utilized by departmental schedulers to add a course to the Schedule of Classes.
Application for Early Readmission from Suspension
The Application for Early Readmission from Suspension is utilized by an undergraduate student who wishes to apply for early readmission at the University of Northern Iowa as a student after they have been placed on Academic Suspension.
Application for Readmission from Suspension
The Application for Readmission from Suspension is utilized by an undergraduate student who wishes to return to the University of Northern Iowa as a student after they have been placed on Academic Suspension.
Audit and Credit/No Credit Request
The Audit and Credit/No Credit Request is to be utilized by undergraduate students who would like to change a course from a graded basis to an audit basis, or who would like to change a course from graded basis to a credit/no credit basis.
Change Course Section
The Change Course Section Information is utilized by departmental schedulers to change section information for a course in the Schedule of Classes.
Change of Contact Information Form
Students can utilize this form to change their school session, interim, or home/parent address. Once completed, the form should be submitted to the Office of the Registrar for processing. Students can also change their address electronically through their MyUNIverse account by taking the following steps: (1) Log into MyUNIverse; (2) Click on the "My Page" tab; (3) Under "Update My Personal Information," click the "Update My Personal Information" link; (4) Re-enter your log-in credentials; and (5) Select the appropriate informational tab along the top of the "Personal Information" display.
CIEP Registration
The CIEP Registration form is used by the Cultural & Intensive English Program to submit registration changes for students enrolled in the program.
Class Roster Verification Form | (PDF Version)
The Class Roster Verification Form is utilized by instructional staff to verify class registration. Please compare your current Class Roster(s) in MyUNIverse with the students actually attending class. If there are discrepancies between Class Roster(s) and student attendance, please note them on this form. If there are courses in which students may earn differing amounts of credit, please note this in the "Hours Credit" area. If there are no discrepancies to report, you do not need to submit this WebForm.
Classroom Reservation Request
The Classroom Reservation Request is utilized by students, faculty, and/or staff who would like to request the use of a general classroom for an academic class, such as an additional meeting time, an alternate (or secondary) exam room, a break out room, review sessions, class presentations, or as a space for student organization meetings. To see a list of academic buildings, please see the Classroom Building Names and Abbreviations under the Faculty & Staff tab.
Course Description Request Form
Course descriptions from 2012 to present are available on the Academic Catalog web page. If you are requesting a course description prior to 2012, please fill out the Course Description Request Form. If you are in need of a course syllabus, please contact the appropriate departmental office.
Credit by Exam Application
Credit by examination is for UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY. Submit the completed application form with the necessary approvals to the Office of the Registrar. A student should discuss satisfying a course requirement with their academic advisor and with the department head (from the department offering the exam) before applying for credit by examination. The Credit by Exam policies are available here.
Declaration of Curriculum
The department of your NEW major must approve this declaration. If you are declaring a second or third Major, departmental approval for EACH is required. If you are changing to the Exploratory Major, please visit the Office of Academic Advising (ITTC 007) for Major advisor signature. Declaring a Minor and/or Program Certificate may require departmental approval. Please consult with the appropriate department. Please return completed form to the Office of the Registrar (GIL 115) for processing.
Diploma Reorder Form
The Diploma Reorder Form is utilized by an individual who wishes to reorder a university diploma. Our office is not providing electronic copies of diplomas at this time. If you have any questions or concerns on timing, please email commencement@uni.edu.
Directory Information Change
This form can be used to restrict the University from releasing Directory Information items to outside parties. Unless otherwise noted, all Directory Information items will be made available upon request. For more information about FERPA and Direction Information items, please see our FERPA webpage.
Drop Course Section
The Drop Course Section WebForm is utilized by departmental schedulers to change a course from the Schedule of Classes. This is not for students intending to drop a course.
Experimental Course Form
This form should be utilized to set up a new experimental course at the Academic Catalog level, so that it may be scheduled. A separate form must be completed each semester the course is offered on an experimental basis.
Extenuating Circumstances Tuition and Fees Refund Request
This form is utilized by students who are wanting to file an exception to the Tuition and Fees Refund Policy due to extenuating circumstances. This form must be filled out and submitted to the Office of the Registrar with documentation of the extenuating circumstance.
Faculty & Staff Commencement Ceremony Participation WebForm
The Faculty & Staff Commencement Ceremony Participation WebForm is utilized by faculty and/or staff members who wishes to participate in a Commencement Ceremony.
Hybrid Course Request Form
The Hybrid Course Request Form is intended for departments wishing to schedule hybrid classes due to COVID-19 planning. Please complete this webform if you wish for some students to attend one day per week and the remaining students on another day. For example, if a course was scheduled to meet 8am TR and the desire is for 50% to attend Tuesday and the other 50% to attend Thursday, this form would need completed to create a new section.
Instructor/Advisor Set-Up Request Form
The Instructor/Advisor Set-Up Request Form is used by departmental schedulers to request set-up of a new faculty under a specific Academic Organization. The Schedule Change Request - Change Course Section Information WebForm will also be required to assign the instructor to a specific course.
Iowa Voter Registration Application
This form is utilized by an individual who wishes to register to vote in the State of Iowa. It is important to note that the individual utilizing this form must be a United States citizen and 18 years of age or older on or before the day of the election in which they intend to participate. For more information related to the use of this form, please refer to the Iowa Secretary of State or to the Voter Registration webpage on our website.
Medical Documentation Form
The Medical Documentation Form is utilized by a student who is petitioning for exceptions to University policy.
MPLS Transcript Request
The MPLS Transcript Request form may be completed by a Malcolm Price Laboratory School student or their parent and/or guardian.
Name Change Form
Students can utilize this form to change how their name is listed in the University's student information system. The name on the student record should be the student's complete and legal name. Once this form is filled out and signed, it should be submitted to the Office of the Registrar for processing.
National Mail Voter Registration Application
This form is utilized by an individual who wishes to register to vote. It is important to note that the individual utilizing this form must be a United States citizen and 18 years of age or older on or before the day of the election in which they intend to participate. For more information related to the use of this form, please refer to the U.S. Election Assistance Commission or to the Voter Registration webpage on our website.
New Course Title Request
This form is intended to be used for Studies in, Seminars, or Other Courses with Course Titles/Topics as indicated in the Schedule of Classes. Prior to submitting this form, it is strongly recommended that you review the information on the Call for Classes for the appropriate term.
Post Baccalaureate Application for Admission
The Post Baccalaureate Application for Admission is a request by a student with a Baccalaureate Degree from UNI or another institution who wishes to enter UNI as an undergraduate student. This application type is now included in the standard Admission Application. Prior to submitting the Post Baccalaureate Application for Admission, it is strongly recommended that you read Pursuing a Second Bachelor's Degree under the Alumni & Friends tab.
If you would like more information about attending UNI, please contact the Office of Admissions.
Re-Entry Form
This form is to be utilized for students that have previously attended the University of Northern Iowa but have not obtained a Bachelor's-level degree and would like to return to UNI.
Registration Help
The Registration Help WebForm is utilized by student who are having difficulty registering for a class and need further assistance.
Request for Variance Form
This form is utilized to request a variance in standard class meeting times. This request must be made in writing through your collegiate Dean, who will provide a recommendation on the request and then forward the request on to the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost for a final decision. A Request for Variance must clearly articulate why such a variance should be approved. If the request is approved, the department will submit the form with all approval signatures, along with their class schedule, to the Office of the Registrar. Please note that a Variance Form is required every term for any courses falling outside of the Standard Class Meeting Time policy (which can be found on our Call for Classes webpage), it is not guaranteed that a course approved for a variance in prior terms will be approved for another future.
Residency Classification Application
This form is utilized by a student who wishes to request a change in their residency classification. Before we can process the Resident Classification Application, this form must be filled out, signed, and returned to the Office of the Registrar along with any supporting documentation. Prior to submitting the Residency Classification Application, it is strongly recommended that you review the General Information Regarding Residency page under the Students tab.
Withdrawal Form
This form is utilized by a student who wishes to withdrawal from all of their classes at the University of Northern Iowa. Prior to submitting the Withdrawal Form, it is strongly recommended that you read Withdrawal Schedule under the Calendars tab. You should also read Withdrawal: Refund Percentages and Grade Assignments under the Tuition & Fees tab. A fillable withdrawal form is available online here.