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Are there any credit minimums that you have to meet? Do you plan to graduate in four years?

To graduate in four years without having to attend summer session, you will need to take 15 credits per semester. This means you will be taking 4-5 courses per term. 2 semesters per year x 15 credits x 4 years=120 credits and graduation.
OneStop tips on graduating in four years
Four year graduation plan
Reminder: The University does not allow students to take more than 20 credits per term without their college's permission.


Do you receive financial aid?

Some forms of financial aid require that you maintain full-time status, registering for at least 12 credits each term. Minnesota State Grant aid is based on registration of 15 credits per term. Contact the Office of Student Finance if you have questions about your status.

Do you have a job on campus?
On-campus employment requires students to be registered for at least 6 credits per term.

Are you a student athlete?

Student athletes are required to register for at least 12 credits during the fall and spring terms.

Are you an international student?

International students are required to register for at least 12 credits during the fall and spring terms.

Do you live in University student housing?

Students who live in University student housing must register for 9 or more undergraduate credits. Reminder: The University does not allow students to take more than 20 credits per term without their college's permission.

 
OneStop Registration Checklist
Use this handy checklist to ensure that your next registration goes smoothly.

Four-Year Checkpoint Guides
These guides show you by major what courses you need to complete and by what time in order to stay on track to graduate in four years.

How-To Guide: Plan Your Course Load
Learn how to plan an appropriate courseload for making steady academic progress.

Class Schedule
Use the Class Schedule to find out what classes are offered when, what prerequisites are necessary, and what requirements classes fulfill.

Course Guide
The Course Guide describes the content of the U's courses and provides other helpful informaiton about courses.

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