I just graduated from a comm. college and realized I pretty much wasted my time and now I want to go to a four year school. I've already got accepted and everything but I was just wondering how they do scheduling. Since I really want to catch up, I want to take 15-18 credit hours but I wasn't sure if you were allowed to do so as a freshman. Also, how does your financial aid work when you take that many credit hours? Is there a certain limit they will pay for or what? Thanks!
2007-09-03 11:43:48 · 2 answers · asked by sjv24 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
If it is a semester-system school, a normal load would usually be 15 units. Did none of your community college classes transfer? That would be a more effective way of catching up, rather than taking too many classes at once! As far as financial aid, usually there is a range that is considered a "normal" full-time load - for us it is 12-18 units. If you take more than that (if that is even permitted) you have to pay extra, but within the range, your financial aid should cover it.
2007-09-03 11:53:53 · answer #1 · answered by neniaf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, you should see if the college you are planning to attend will accept any of your community college credits. In terms of catching up, most schools will allow you to take 6 classes (18) credits but it is usually not suggested your first year. In terms of financial aid, if you take 15 or 18 credits a semester, the amount of aid you receive will not change, however, if you fall below full-time, your aid will change.
2007-09-03 18:49:31 · answer #2 · answered by Girlie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋