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Credit Overload

Students in good academic standing may register for up to the following number of credits without additional approval:

SemesterMaximum Credits Without ApprovalCredit Overload
Fall18 credits19 or more credits
Winter18 credits19 or more credits
Spring12 credits13 or more credits

A credit overload requires approval from your major program dean.

To request a credit overload, submit an Add Form with the required approval. The Add Form is available on the Student Forms page.

Before requesting a credit overload, students are encouraged to consult with their Academic Advisor to discuss how an increased course load may affect their academic success and degree progress.