A student's class load is the total number of credit hours enrolled during a semester.

Class Load           Credit Hours

Part-time                1-5

Half-time                6-11

Full-time                12-17

Overload               18 or more

In order to graduate in 4 years or eight semesters, a student's class load must average 15 credit hours per semester. A class load of 12 credit hours meets the minimum class load requirements for F-1 students, financial aid and veterans.