Im taking 17 credit hours, is that too much?

Question

Im a starting freshmen at a community college...here is my schedule! Tell me if im ok!!!!!

Into Phys Sci I
Intermediate Algebra
US Hist Since 1877
English Comp I
Intro Mass Comm
Theatre Practicum I
= 17 credit hours!

Is this going to be ok?

Answer 1

typically you will need to take 16 hours per semester in order graduate in 4 years. As you are starting in Intermediate Algebra, a class which will likely not count toward graduation, i would say that your class load is fine.

In order to be considered a full time student you must maintain 12 credit hours each semester. A load of more than 18 hours is typically considered an overload.

Keep in mind that most colleges allow you to drop a class during the semester and in order to maintain full time student status you need 12 or more hours.

I would say that you have a good schedule for a community college. There are some schools that are very intense and taking more than 12 hours is almost impossible. Most community colleges are not intense and as you move on with your degree you will find what courses you enjoy and what you can handle.

good luck

Answer 2

I am taking 16 credits this fall, but I am almost done with my degree. 17 classes seems like a lot for a first semester freshman, I'd drop down to 12 or 15. I would think about dropping one or two of your gen. ed course as they are usually offered every semester and sometimes classes that you need for your major are offered less. Thinking about dropping your Science and History. Just a suggestion.

This is my schedule for fall.

Accounting 1 - 4 credits
Diversity in Society - 3 credits
Evidence and Criminal Procedure - 3 credits
Professional Writing - 3 credits
Macroeconomics - 3 credits

I am working on a BS in Paralegal Studies and as you can see, I have left most of my gen.ed classes til the very end. Evidence and Procedure is my last law class. I will graduate in May 2007. Only have a communications class, marketing and statistics to take in the winter.

Answer 3

I graduated with an AA from junior college and transferred that to a senior college to complete my schooling.

That senior college required 60 "semester" hours per year. I don't know whether you are doing semester or quarter hours so I don't know how to respond. My college required 120 semester hours (total of the 2 years) to graduate.

You say 6 courses equal 17 credit hours...I don't know if I should divide that out and figure each course is about 2 to 3 credit hours each or not. The higher the credit hours usually the more difficult the course. If it's a junior college and most are worth 2 credit hours and easy then you could manage alright this time around.

However, if you aren't that great at algebra, history or writing compositions then it's going to be too much for you this semester.

Answer 4

It depends on how disciplined you are. If you feel like you can handle the work load then go for it. If you are working full time as well, then I don't recommend it. Plenty of people can take a full course load and do great. Really it all depends on the person as an individual, and how focused they are on their classes. You also need to think about the classes you are taking. Usually if you mix some of the more challenging classes with easier (electives) then your course load wont seem so heavy. Just give it a try, if you can tell early on that you aren't going to make it, you can always drop a class or two, most likely they will be offered the following semester. I know you may want to hurry and get as many credits under your belt as possible, but don't kill yourself to do it.

Answer 5

17 credits is a lot when credits arent worth as much. The college I go to, classes are 4 credits each. So 4 classes = 16 credits, which is still overwhelming. I'd drop one. Two if you feel after the first week or so that it is far too much

Answer 6

My bf actually went over 17 credit hours and he had maybe 2 or 3 part-time jobs - (I mean how crazy is that!?) Shoot I thought he was kinda insane. And he managed to graduate with a 3.9 GPA (OMFG!). Of course I was really proud and happy for him.

It all depends on a student and how dedicated they are on getting that diploma. If you feel you can cram it all up, then do it. But since you are starting out, just try little bits at a time(start on 12) until you know your limits.

Answer 7

That is too much for your first semester--and it can be too much later in your college career as well. You need to consider that Algebra in and of itself is going to involve a tremendous amount of homework. I'm not sure where your strengths lie, but due to the varied nature of those classes, I can't imagine that all of them are going to be strong points for you. Your English class is going to require several hours of reading and writing, and when you start adding in the other classes, you're going to be hurting for time. I would test the waters before you totally dive in. Try starting with 12 or 13. This also depends on if you're working while you're in school. If you are, you definitely need to cut back from 17. Your grades are too important for you to do sloppy work in all of your classes and you won't be doing your best with that class load.

Answer 8

i used to take 20 units every semester and didn't find it too bad.. i was a bio/engineering major and had to take the heavy classes (physics, bio, chemistry, math, english) at the same time. depending on your english level, this may not be a problem snice english comp and comm should be fairly easy if you are good at writing (can easily b.s. is a way to put it)...if you hvae a hard time memorizing things, you will have problems w/ history and phys sci with the other classes. my wife took similar courses and was able to make it through the semester with straight As....I'm sure you will be able to do it as well...good luck

Answer 9

If you are a super student and plan on studying yur whole freshmen year and not having a life, then you'll be great. Otherwise I would advise u drop a class or 2 to get it down closer to 12 credits

Answer 10

first semester i reccomend fewer classes. U need to get used to the feel of a college class before u jump in. I would stay registered for all the classes and then just drop the one that you dislike the most.