Non-Degree status is designed for students who want to take courses at Portland State University but are 1) not in a degree program currently or 2) not interested in a degree program. Non-Degree entry gives you limited registration access to PSU classes. All credits you receive are fully accredited and transferable to PSU and institutions that accept PSU credits. It can take up to 3 business days to process your account, please start early.
If you previously applied to PSU as a non-degree applicant, your non-degree status is continuous, and you can register for classes.
Have never attended PSU
Can only enroll in 8 or fewer credits per term (21 credits or fewer in summer term)
Cannot pursue a degree from Portland State University
Cannot receive financial aid
Before you start, there are a few things to do to set up your account. You should receive an email confirming your PSU ID. Now it is time to set-up your account. Please follow the instructions below to set up your account by visiting the OAM website. Instructions are below.
If you did not receive an email to confirm your PSU ID within 24 hours, please follow the instructions below to re-set your password.
If you have any problems, please contact the Office of Information Technology
Below are the two critical emails you will receive from either PSU or the Office of Information Technology. You will need both to Register for class.
Be sure to find a place to write down your
Email from PSU - PSU ID (nine digits and starts with 9.....)
Email from Office of Information Technology - link to set your PSU ODIN ID
Go to the Odin Account Manager (OAM) at oam.pdx.edu.
Select Reset Password.
Enter the external (non-PSU) email address or cell phone number you provided when you set up your password recovery information.
Check your external (non-PSU) email or cell phone for a password reset code.
Enter the password reset code into the Reset Code field, then select Submit.
Choose a new password that meets the requirements listed on the page, and enter it into the New Password and Confirm Password fields.
As you meet each password requirement, the red x marks will turn into green check marks. When you have met all the password requirements, select Continue.
Check your email for information on your course information or CRN (course record numbers), and Registration Codes and visit my.pdx.edu to register for classes through the registration hub.