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Registration Instructions
We have a new application process for Summer 2025! GSWP students will have their own personalized application portals!
If you have taken a recent class with GSWP, check your email for a message from UNCA Admissions containing your portal login information.
Portal Login
If you have not taken a recent class with GSWP, or if you have never taken a class with GSWP, complete the portal creation form.
Portal Creation Form
Please note that all applicants will still be required to complete residency verification through NC Residency Determination Service (RDS). Completing this process verifies eligibility for the in-state tuition rate. Students who do not complete or update this verification will be billed the out-of-state tuition rate. If you have any questions about the residency process, please call RDS: 844-319-3640
UNC Asheville Degree-Seeking Student Policy
If you are a UNC Asheville degree-seeking student (undergraduate or post-bac) and you would like to take a class with Great Smokies, please email ldanzis@unca.edu and note the following policies.
- Students must have successfully completed LANG 260 or an equivalent course.
- Students must have the approval of the Program Coordinator and/or at least one recommendation from an English faculty member.
- Students may not take more than one GSWP course per term.
- Credit hours earned will count towards your elective credits.
- Credit hours earned do not count towards English major/minor requirements.
- Your grade for the course will count towards your GPA.
- Students may register one week before the first class session of the course they want to attend.
- Students receiving financial aid must consult with the Office of Financial Aid before registering for GSWP classes.