Register for Fall 2026

Published: April 7, 2026

Get ready for an exciting Fall 2026 semester at College of Western Idaho (CWI)! Whether you’re continuing your education, starting a new path, earning a degree or certificate, preparing to transfer, or learning just for fun, CWI is where opportunity begins and potential grows. 

Admission & Registration 

Mark your calendar!  

  • April 13 – Priority Registration Begins (continuing students)
  • April 20 – Open Registration Begins (new/returning students)
  • Aug. 8 – Admission Deadline
  • Aug. 17 – Classes Begin
  • Aug. 19 – Registration Deadline 

Current Students 

  • Be sure to meet with your advisor prior to registering. Once advising is completed, register online any time on or after your assigned registration time.
  • Registration times are assigned based on cumulative credits earned. Check myCWI and CWI email for your assigned time.
  • Continuing students are considered someone who has taken at least one class at CWI within the past two years.
  • Dual credit students will register during open registration. 

New & Returning Students 

  • All new, degree-seeking students must participate in New Student Orientation prior to registering for classes. Returning students are encouraged to review New Student Orientation to learn what has changed since they were last on campus.

Contact One Stop Student Services or visit us online to learn more about applying to CWIorientation, and registering for classes

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