Course Overload

A student may take up to 20 credits in fall and spring terms and up to 5 credits in January term. However, there is an over-election fee for each credit over 18 in fall and spring terms, and over 4 in January, unless the student is declared in the Three Year Degree program.

For those in the Three Year Degree program, the over-election fee is charged for credits over 20 in fall and spring terms, or over 5 in January. See Tuition and Fees for over-election charge. If the over-election course is dropped by the end of the Add/Drop period, the charge will be refunded. There is no refund of the charge if dropped after the Add/Drop period.

Students with a cumulative grade point average of 2.000 or higher may petition the Registrar’s Office to take additional credits beyond the policy limit, if approved by an academic advisor. Students wishing to petition must submit their request using a general petition form, to the Registrar’s Office, at least 15 business days prior to the start of the term in which the overload will occur. The Registrar will review the petition and notify the student within three business days of receipt, in writing, if approved or denied.