# enrolling

/ɛnˈɹoʊɫɪŋ/ (US) · /ɛnɹˈəʊlɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/enrolling
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

signing up for a course, school, or group. It means you are officially joining and putting your name on the list.

For teachers: the present participle of 'enroll'; refers to the act of officially registering or joining a course, institution, or program. Often implies a formal administrative process.

## Examples

- She is enrolling in a new photography class this week.
- The university saw a record number of students enrolling in the computer science department this semester.
- While many students are currently enrolling in traditional degree programs, there is a growing trend toward professional certifications that offer more immediate entry into the workforce.

## Pitfalls

- Not "I am enrolling to the course" but "I am enrolling in the course" — The verb 'enroll' typically takes the preposition 'in' rather than 'to' when joining a program.

## Usage notes

- Typically takes the preposition 'in' when referring to a course or institution.

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