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Overview
A student’s enrollment status—full-time, half-time, or part-time—is determined by the number of registered credits.
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Enrollment at MSU Mankato
At Minnesota State University, Mankato, a student’s enrollment status is determined by the number of credits they register for in a given term—not by the number of courses. This classification impacts financial aid eligibility, billing, and official enrollment verification.
Undergraduate Students
- Full-Time: 12 or more credits
- Half-Time: 6 credits
- Part-Time: 1–11 credits
Graduate Students
- Full-Time: 6 or more credits
- Half-Time: 3 credits
- Part-Time: 1–5 credits
It’s important to note that official enrollment status cannot be verified until the add/drop deadline for the term has passed. Students should review their credit load carefully to ensure they meet requirements for scholarships, financial aid, and other university policies.
FAQ
If I’m finishing an Incomplete or In-Progress grade from a previous term, does that count as being enrolled?
No. Enrollment status is based only on the credits you are registered for in the current term, not on coursework from prior terms.
Does the summer term have different full-time and part-time enrollment statuses?
No. The credit requirements for full-time and part-time status during the summer term are the same as those for the fall and spring terms.
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