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The minimum and maximum limits of a course load for an academically warned
or probated student
The minimum course load for an academically warned or probated student is 12
credit hours; the maximum is 13 in a regular semester, and 6 in a summer session.

The minimum and maximum course load limit for a student in his/her last
semester
The minimum course load is 1 credit hour and the maximum is 20 credit hours in a
regular semester and 9 in a summer session, provided his/her cumulative GPA in
the semesters comprising the last 28 credits is not less than 2.00.

2. Degree Plan
The courses for each academic degree (after completing the PYP) are distributed
across eight levels. The core courses, the elective courses, and the number of
credits the student must successfully complete to earn the degree in his/her major
are detailed for each level. This distribution of courses and credits is termed the
“degree plan.” All degree plans are approved by the Board of Trustees.
Departments must review and update their degree plans according to the following
rules:
a. A student’s degree plan is referred to by a specific code number, and is effective
starting from his/her first semester at the University.
b. Departments establish a list of approved elective courses and submit it to the
College Council. The approved list is forwarded to the Admission and
Registration Deanship.
c. In special circumstances, some students may change from one degree plan to
another, as long as their graduation requirements are not negatively affected.
d. In establishing changes to a degree plan, it is anticipated that some courses
might not be offered, or new courses may be included. Therefore, students who
proceed at a slower pace should complete their graduation requirements in
accordance with the time schedule of their original degree plan. If the new plan
requires taking a course that previously was cancelled, but it becomes
impossible to register for such a course, the student may take an equivalent
course (in terms of content and number of credits), upon the approval of the
academic advisor, the department council, and the College Council. The
Admission and Registration Deanship should be informed of this substitution.
e. If a dismissed or suspended student is readmitted, he/she is again subject to the
same degree plan that was assigned to him/her in his/her last semester at the
University, unless this plan has been canceled. If his/her original degree plan
has been canceled, the student will be transferred to the most recent degree plan
that is appropriate for his/her major.
f. A student must continue his/her academic achievement within the framework of
the degree plan. If he/she completes all requirements of the plan, he/she will be
nominated for graduation.

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