FULL-TIME STUDENT.
If a student intends to graduate in eight semesters, normal progress toward a degree is as follows: A minimum of 28 credits completed for the first two semesters and 15 to 18 credits completed during each of the remaining six semesters, for a total of 120 credits for B.A./B.S. or B.L.S. students (see CLASSIFICATION.).
Underloads
A full-time student is enrolled in 12 or more credits (see “Overloads”). A residential student may not live in the residence hall while carrying less than 12 credits unless special written permission has been obtained from the Office of Academic Services and the Office of the Dean of Student Life. Students receiving financial aid should consult the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid before dropping below a full course load. Students participating in NCAA intercollegiate sports must maintain a minimum 12-credit course load unless they have been granted a special written exemption from the Director of Athletics, in consultation with the Office of Academic Services.
Overloads
Without special permission, a continuing student in good standing may take no more than 18 credits. Permission for an overload is given only on the basis of academic performance, never simply to provide for acceleration toward the degree. Students with a GPA of 3.00 for the most recent semester at UMW are eligible for an overload to 19 credits. Students with a GPA below a 3.00 or who wish to attempt 20 or more hours will be considered on a case by case basis. Students may request an overload by completing a request form in Academic Services.