What is the maximum credits allowed per semester?

Maximum Credit Hours per Semester

Question

What is the maximum number of credits a student is allowed to take per semester?

Environment

  • Office of the Registrar

Information

At Grand Rapids Community College, students are permitted to self-enroll in up to 20 credits per semester (Fall, Winter, or Summer).

Answer

If you wish to enroll in more than 20 credit hours in a single semester, you must obtain formal approval. Requests are evaluated based on your academic history and cumulative GPA.

How to Request an Exception

To inquire about enrollment beyond the 20-credit limit, please follow the instructions on the Maximum Credit Hour Request page (opens in a new window).

Typically, the process involves:

  • Meeting with an Academic Advisor to discuss your course load.
  • Submitting a formal request form to the Associate Dean of Student Success.
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