A student's total program load in either the fall or spring semester may not exceed 18 equated credits.
A student’s total program may not exceed two courses per summer session or four courses for the summer term.
A student’s total program may not exceed two courses for the winter session.
A student must declare a major by the time they have earned 60 credits in a program. Students who have not declared a major shall have a hols placed on their record and will not be able to register for courses until a major is declared.
A student with a cumulative index warranting such consideration may apply for permission to take a maximum of 21 credits in the fall or spring semesters and 9 credits in each summer session for a maximum of five courses. Students in the Zicklin School of Business should apply through the Zicklin Undergraduate Services Office. Students in the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences should apply through the Weissman Associate Dean's Office. Students in the Marxe School of Public and International Affairs must obtain permission prior to the registration period from the Undergraduate Advisement and Orientation Office. Students not in one of the three schools are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to qualify. Please see an academic advisor for additional information about applying for a credit overload.