Financial Aid Full-Time/ Part-Time
Problem
How many credit hours do I have to take to be considered full-time for financial aid? Part-time?
Solution
Enrollment status for the fall, spring, and summer semesters is determined by registered total semester credit hours:
Status | Credits |
|---|---|
Full-Time | 12 or more |
3/4 Time | 9 to 11.5 |
1/2 Time | 6 to 8.5 |
Less than 1/2 time | 1 to 5.5 |
Students are considered full-time when they are actively enrolled in 12 or more credit hours and half-time when they are actively enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. Generally, students must be enrolled at least half-time in required course work to receive most types of aid, including Federal Direct Stafford Loans. An undergraduate student may receive a Pell Grant for less than half-time enrollment. Summer enrollment requirements can vary (FAFSA for Summer).
Different financial aid types have different enrollment requirements. You should contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm award requirements.