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IV. Classification of students and academic load

Students are classified as Full-Time when they enroll in 12 credits and above, and they are considered Part-Time when they enroll in less than 12 credits per semester.

A. Degree Students:

Degree students are classified as follows:

ClassificationCredit hours completed
Freshman (1st year)0–29
Sophomore (2nd year)30–59
Junior (3rd year)60–89
Senior (4th year)90–119
5th year120–159
6th year160 and above

B. Special Students:

Students taking courses for credit but not working towards a Degree are classified as Special Students.

  1. Transfer and change of major
  2. Registration rules
  3. Withdrawal from the university
  4. Re-Registration
  5. Classification of students and academic load
  6. Attendance regulations and makeup policy
  7. Classroom scheduling and class size
  8. Tests and examinations
  9. Scholastic standing
  10. Academic suspension
  11. Readmission after suspension
  12. Disciplinary action
  13. Appeals

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