Maximum Credit Hour Standard
Students are considered for financial aid up to a specified number of cumulative attempted credits. Transfer credits are included with MSU credits in determining if a student has exceeded the applicable maximum credit hour limit.
Undergraduate Maximum Credit Hour Limits* |
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First Undergraduate Degree |
180 cumulative undergraduate credits |
Subsequent Undergraduate Degrees |
240 cumulative undergraduate credits |
*Measurement is based on cumulative undergraduate credits attempted. All undergraduate courses including minors, dual majors, and prior degrees must be completed within the applicable limit to avoid a violation. |
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Graduate Maximum Credit Hour Limits* |
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Non-degree Graduate Certification | 60 cumulative graduate credits |
Masters Degree | 60 cumulative graduate credits |
Doctoral Degree | 120 cumulative graduate credits |
*Measurement is based on cumulative graduate credits attempted. Masters degree credits are included in the doctoral student limit. | |
Gallatin College Programs Credit Hour Limits |
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Associate of Applied Science (AAS) | 100 cumulative AAS credits |
Associate of Arts (AA) | 90 cumulative AA credits |
Associate of Science (AS) | 90 cumulative AS credits |
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) | 45 cumulative CAS credits |