How to Register Yourself

Step-by-step instructions for using Mustang Express to search for classes and register.

Before You Begin

Before you start registering, it helps to know your term, have an idea of the classes you need, and be ready to check for time conflicts.

If you are unsure what to take, meet with advising before making changes to your schedule.

Know which term you want to register for.
Have course names or subjects ready to search.
Review your degree plan or advising notes first.
Check your final schedule carefully before you submit changes.

Table of Contents

Step 1: Log into Mustang Express

Go to Mustang Express and enter your WNMU username and password. After logging in, you will begin from the student account dashboard.

Mustang Express sign-in page with username and password fields — The Mustang Express login page. Enter your credentials to access student registration tools.

Step 2: Open Registration, Courses

From the Student area, select Registration, Courses. This takes you to the registration tools you need to search and add classes.

Student menu in Mustang Express with Registration, Courses highlighted — From the Student menu, select Registration, Courses to continue.

Step 3: Select Your Term and Search for Classes

Choose the term you want to register for. Then search by Subject, and add a course number or keyword if needed. Select Search to see available classes.

Register for Classes search page showing term and subject search fields — Use the search fields to look up courses for your chosen term.

Step 4: Review the Course Options Carefully

When your results appear, review the course list before adding anything. Check the section, meeting times, campus, delivery method, and any other details that affect whether the class works for you.

Course search results page listing multiple class sections and meeting details — Review the available sections and expand details when needed before choosing a course.

Step 5: Check Days, Times, and Total Credit Hours

Before finalizing your schedule, make sure your selected classes do not overlap. Review the Meeting Times column and confirm your total registered credit hours at the bottom of the page.

Registered schedule view showing meeting times for classes and total credit hours at the bottom — Check meeting days and times carefully and confirm your total number of registered credit hours.

Step 6: Submit Your Registration Changes

When you are satisfied with your selections, submit your registration changes. Review the final schedule again to make sure it reflects the courses you intended to add.

If a course will not add, you may have a hold, a prerequisite issue, or a registration restriction. If that happens, contact advising for help.

Need Help Registering?

The Advising Center can help if you are unsure which classes to take, if you run into a registration problem, or if your schedule needs review before you submit it.

Schedule an Appointment

📅 Get help choosing classes or reviewing your schedule.

Mustang Express

🐴 Log in to your student account and registration tools.

Registration

🧭 Go directly to student registration tools.

Degree Plans

📘 Review degree requirements before registering.

Registration Holds

🚧 Learn what to do if a hold prevents registration.

Meet the Team

👥 Find advisor contact information.