Student Classification

Students are classified as full-time or part-time, as degree candidates or special students, and according to class standing. Students registered for a minimum of 12 hours a semester are classified as full-time. Those registered for fewer than 12 credit hours are classified as part-time.

Degree candidates are those recognized by the College as pursuing studies leading to a baccalaureate degree at Maryville College. Special students are not recognized as degree candidates, though they do receive full credit for academic work completed with passing grades. The status of special student may be chosen by any student who does not plan to apply for a Maryville degree, or it may result from action of the College if the academic record does not warrant degree candidacy.

Class standing is determined by the number of credit hours earned. The minimum requirements for class standings above the first-year level are as follows:

For sophomore standing, 30 credit hours

For junior standing, 60 credit hours

For senior standing, 90 credit hours