The University's definition of full-time study is 8 quarter hours or more of course work or research credit per quarter. Half-time students are enrolled in 4 to 7 credit hours. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 to 7 hours of course credit per quarter. Regular Status Students unconditionally approved for graduate study hold regular status.
Regular status is required for advancement to degree candidacy and graduation.
Provisional Status Students admitted with some deficiency in undergraduate training or incomplete credentials hold provisional status. Provisional status must be changed to regular status as soon as the conditions governing this type of admission have been met. Contact the school or department for specific information related to the program of study. Special Status Students Students holding baccalaureate degrees who do not intend to pursue a degree program or professional certification may be admitted with special status. No transcripts are required under special status, nor is the student required to pay the application fee.