Is it to much?
Is working plus taking 16 credits too much for my freshman year in college?
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2 answers
Nancy’s Answer
Dametreius,
I would say that depends. Are you adjusting to a very new environment, area of study, or very challenging program? 16 credits is a normal load for graduating on time. However, if you are uncertain, believe that you will need extra help to do well in the courses, are entering a competitive program for the first time, or have special learning needs it may be wise to lighten the load the first semester.
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Angela’s Answer
Now that I am a college senior, I advise you to take a lighter load your freshman year of college. This is recommended especially if you're trying to build up a high GPA. It allows you to test the waters, see if it is manageable and if you could take on more classes for your next semester. I do want to note that if you are offered work-study, it can count towards credit hours. Also, being involved in clubs/organizations/extracurriculars is highly valued for your resume and interviews. This is especially true if you manage to serve in a leadership role in these activities. For this, you need time to dedicate to these activities and usually it is best to start early as a freshman in order to work your way up to these roles or simply build up your resume.
Hope this helps!