Classification of Students

Designations are made in accordance with the following table based on earned hours:

Class Earned Credit Hours
First-Years 0 to 23
Sophomores 24-55
Juniors 56-89
Seniors 90 and Over

Enrollment Status

Enrollment status is defined by the number of credit hours a student is enrolled in each semester for purposes of insurance coverage, loan deferments, or any other official certification.

Undergraduate Student Enrollment Status

Status Hours
Full-Time 12 or more credit hours
Half-Time 6-11 credit hours
Less than Half-Time 5 or fewer credit hours

Graduate Student Enrollment Status

Status Hours
Full-Time 6 or more credit hours
Half-Time 3-5 credit hours
Less than Half-Time 3 or fewer credit hours

Questions regarding enrollment status should be directed to the registrar’s office.