Enrollment Status

Students in course-based programs may enroll on either a full-time or part-time basis. Students are responsible for knowing and meeting the enrollment requirements of their program and area of specialization (if appropriate) as described in the applicable section of this catalog. Students receiving federal financial aid are responsible for knowing and meeting the enrollment requirements for continued aid and/or educational loan deferment eligibility.

Full-Time Enrollment

 Students in KAM- or KAM/course-based programs are considered to be enrolled full time. Graduate students in course-based programs enrolled for a minimum of six credits per term are considered full time.

Half-Time Enrollment

Graduate students registered for three to five credits are considered enrolled half time. Eligibility for federal financial aid may change due to half-time status.

Less Than Half-Time Enrollment

Graduate students registered for fewer than three credits are considered enrolled less than half-time. Students taking a leave of absence from the university are also considered less than half-time.

Maximum Course Registration Limit

Students may register for a maximum of two courses per term unless otherwise specified in their program degree requirements. Students who want to register for additional courses may request special permission from the associate dean or the associate dean’s designee, using the standard petition form. The review includes an assessment of the student’s academic progress and the program requirements.