University Programs @ DISL

Application for Admission
As you identify the course(s) that you would like to take, be sure that you meet the pre-requisites for each course (see course descriptions), and make sure that you do not have scheduling conflicts. It is also important to choose both first and second choices for courses whenever possible.

Once you have designed a program of study and are ready to apply, you must receive approval from your campus liaison officer as the campus registration needs are individual to your institution (course numbers and course level may vary depending on the school that you attend). Students that do not attend a MESC member school should contact the DISL Registrar for registration procedures.

Once you have received approval from your Campus Liaison Officer or the DISL registrar, you may then submit your DISL Application for Admission. Please see registration procedures for detailed instructions.

Priority Registration Deadline
Because of limited class size (generally 18 per class), classes are often filled early. It is important that applications arrive at DISL by February 13, for priority registration. Applications will continue to be accepted until term begins. Enrollment will begin immediately after the application deadline. Applications received after the deadline will be enrolled as space is available.

Registration Procedures

1. DISL Application for Admission
Application deadline for priority registration: February 13. DISL will accept applications until the first day of class; however, courses will fill early and students should try to send their application before the priority registration date. To complete the application:
Fill out the DISL Application for Admission Form. Take the application to your Campus Liaison Officer for approval signature. Mail the signed application form and the non-refundable $75 application fee (Checks should be made payable to DISL):
Dauphin Island Sea Lab c/o Sally Brennan, University Programs Registrar 101 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528

NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT THE SIGNATURE OF YOUR CAMPUS LIAISON OFFICER AND THE $75 APPLICATION FEE.
2. Confirmation of Enrollment at DISL
DISL will mail a package to you confirming your enrollment after your application is received here at DISL which will include:
A confirmation card (that you must return to DISL to guarantee your place in your class(es) An acceptance letter listing the course(s) that you have selected and the status of your enrollment at DISL in the course(s) (i.e. register, wait, drop) Your DISL bill (amount due upon arrival at DISL for lab fees, activity fee, room and board) A medical release form, a vessel release form, a computer and internet access form (all mandatory for participation in field and laboratory exercises), and a media liability release form.
3. Enrollment at your Home Campus
Once you have received notice that you are enrolled in classes at DISL, you must also register at your home campus and pay their campus tuition (not applicable for Birmingham Southern Students). Do not pay DISL fees at this time (e.g. room, board, activities, lab, etc.). They will be due upon your arrival at DISL. NOTE: FAILURE TO REGISTER AT DISL AND YOUR HOME CAMPUS MAY RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE AND/OR EXPULSION FROM DISL. ALSO, FAILURE TO REGISTER AT YOUR HOME CAMPUS MAY RESULT IN YOU NOT RECEIVING CREDIT AND BEING BILLED FOR THE COURSE BY DISL. IT IS THE STUDENTS' RESPONSIBILITY TO ALERT HOME CAMPUS OF ANY CLASS CHANGES (ADD/DROP).
4. Registration at DISL
In order for you to attend any course at DISL, you must attend an on-campus registration session at DISL before your course(s) begin(s). May term students may check into dorms on Sunday, May 17, after 12:00 noon. Registration will be held Monday, May 18, in Administration Building, 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Commuters may register on the first day of class at 8:30 a.m. At registration you must:
Pay all DISL fees (i.e. laboratory fees, room, board, and activity fee). Provide the registrar with a certificate of registration or receipt for tuition-paid from your home campus, a completed Medical Release Form, a completed Vessel Release Form, a completed Computer and Internet Access Form, and the Media Liability Release Form. First Summer Session: Students can check into Challenger Dorm, Sunday, May 31, after 12:00 noon. Registration will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2009, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Administration Building. Commuters will register on the first day of class at 8:00 a.m in Administration Building. Orientation will begin at 9:00 a.m. in Galathea Hall, Monday, June 1, 2009. Second Summer Session: Students can check into Challenger Dorm, Sunday, July 5, after 12:00 noon. Registration for all new students will be held on Monday, July 6, 2009, from 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. in the Administration Building. Orientation will begin at 9:00 a.m. in Galathea Hall, Monday July 6, 2009.

5. Orientation at DISL
All students must attend one DISL orientation session (before attending any class(es)) on the first Monday of the term in which your course is offered. Orientation is held in Galathea Hall beginning at 9:00 a.m. for May term, First and Second Summer Session, (Students attending multiple sessions are only required to attend one orientation session.)

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