Need help using the Student Planning tool?

This page offers short, easy-to-follow videos that walk you through every step of planning and registering for courses. Watching the videos from top to bottom will provide a complete tutorial or you can use the timestamps to jump straight to topics you need if you’re looking for a quick refresher.

You can access the Student Planning Tool by visiting myrecords.bw.edu.

Why is this tool important?

The Student Planning tool is the backbone of academic advising here at BW. This tool allows you to schedule your graduation plan, select classes for next semester's schedule, view program requirements, and track your progress. Feeling confident with this tool and consulting with your advisor is key to making the most of your education.

Student Planning basics

Student Planning Basics full video (<2 min)

How do I access MyRecords?  0:01

What's on MyRecords?  0:31

What is MyProgress and Plan & Schedule?  1:06

When do I use this brown bar on the left side?  0:42

How to use MyProgress

How to use Plan & Schedule

How to use Plan & Schedule full video (<5 min)

How do I plan out my graduation plan?  0:17

Are some of my courses only offered during Fall or Spring semesters? How do I check?  1:17

How do I plan classes for next semester?  2:21

How do I check that my planned courses count?  3:31

How many credits do I need each semester?  4:03

EXP Requirement

Efficient Tips for Student Planning

Efficient Tips for Student Planning full video (7.5  min)

Where else can I check my program requirements?  0:10

What is the fastest way to search for a course?  2:17

Can Student Planning fill in some of my graduation plan for me?  2:59

Can one class count toward multiple requirements? How do I check this?  4:30

Selecting classes for next semester

How to register

How to register full video  (<4 min)

Where do I find my registration time? 0:36

Why can’t I register? (Red flags) 1:22

What do I do if the class I want is full? (Waitlists) 2:32

Utilizing your advisor(s)

How can my faculty advisors and the Office of Academic Advising help me?

Students are responsible for planning their courses and understanding the requirements for their academic program. Advisors are here to guide you through the process and answer questions along the way.

Faculty advisors are the best resource for major-specific guidance, such as course sequencing, understanding when classes are offered, and what to expect post graduation.

The Office of Academic Advising can help with broader planning, registration questions, transfer credits, and planning core curriculum requirements.

If you would like to meet with the Office of Academic Advising, use the button above to make an appointment.

You can also reach out to your faculty advisor directly by their email. You can find your faculty advisor assignment on Student Planning.