Auditing CSUF Classes

Auditing CSUF classes is a valued benefit of OLLI-CSUF membership. As auditors are guests in the classroom, we ask members to participate respectfully and help maintain a positive learning environment for all.

The OLLI Audit Form for Fall will remain available through August 14. Please make sure to submit your form no later than August 14.

Auditing is available to OLLI members during the Spring and Fall terms only. Auditing is not offered during the Summer term.

The audit request form will be made available prior to each eligible term. Availability dates will be announced (TBD).

Audit Form must be completed online, as the information is stored within a centralized system. Printed copies will not be accepted.

1. Find a Course of Interest

• Class search guide
• Browse the Online Course Catalog to identify a course.
• Use the Campus Portal Class Search to locate the specific class section.
  Please note that this guide is intended for CSUF students, so it also includes instructions on how to add classes. You do not need to add your class. Simply use the guide to locate your class information, as it is the easiest way to find the details you need.

2. Access Your CSUF Student Portal 

• Returning OLLI members can use their existing campus username and password.
  Logging into the Campus Portal as a returning OLLI member
• New OLLI members (or anyone who does not have a CWID or cannot access their account) should first create their CWID and PIN.
  
  Use the instructions to create your campus username and password.
  Include links for:Creating a CSUF account
  
  Resetting a password (for returning members who have forgotten it)

3. Gather the Required Class Information

You will need the following information to complete the OLLI Audit Request Form:

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Course Area and Number: (e.g., ACCT 201A)
• Course Section: (e.g., 01)
• Class Number: 5-digit class code (e.g., 24330)
• Course Name: (e.g., Financial Accounting)
• Instructor Name and CSUF Email Address

4. Complete the OLLI Audit Request Form

• Fill out the audit request form using the information you gathered.
• After you complete and submit the form, it is received by the OLLI office and will be processed accordingly–verifying your active membership and communicating with the instructor on your behalf for course audit approval.
• Communications to instructors about your request will be tracked and managed by the OLLI office.

5. Wait for Approval

After submission:

• You will receive an email confirming whether the instructor approved your audit request

6. Access Canvas (After Approval)

Once your audit is approved and processed:

• Once your audit is approved, the OLLI office will add you to the Canvas course. If you have been approved but do not yet have access, please contact the OLLI office for assistance.
• You will then be able to view course materials through Canvas