During the regular fall and spring semesters, the normal academic load is 15 credits. The minimum load for full-time status is 12 credits. A full-time student may take up to 18 credits hours without special approval. A student with a cumulative 3.00 or better grade-point average may take additional credits with the approval of the School Dean.
Class Standing
Class standing is based upon the number of semester credits successfully completed:
| Credits | Standing |
|---|---|
| 0 - 29 | freshman |
| 30 - 59 | sophomore |
| 60 - 89 | junior |
| 90+ | senior |