Student Classifications
Undergraduate Students
In determining an undergraduate student’s classification, all credits that have been successfully completed are counted. Transfer credits count toward classification when official transcripts have been received and processed.
| Freshman |
0-29 credits |
| Sophomore |
30-59 credits |
| Junior |
60-89 credits |
| Senior |
90 credits and up |
Student Enrollment Statuses (Full-time/Part-Time Status)
A student’s status impacts financial aid eligibility. Audited courses do not count towards a student’s status.
| Traditional Undergraduate |
12 or more credits in a semester |
9-11 credits in a semester |
6-8 credits in a semester |
Less than 6 credits in a semester |
| Adult Education Undergraduate (online & hybrid) |
12 or more credits in a semester |
9-11 credits in a semester |
6-8 credits in a semester |
Less than 6 credits in a semester |
| Master's |
9 or more credits in a semester |
N/A |
6-8 credits in a semester |
Less than 6 credits in a semester |
| Doctoral |
6 or more credits in a semester |
N/A |
3 credits in a semester |
Less than 3 credits in a semester |
Students in the less than half-time category are not eligible for any federal aid as half-time enrollment (part-time status) is required to receive federal student loans.
Undergraduate students who wish to take more than 18 credits per semester must have approval of their academic advisor or student success coach. For traditional undergraduate students, additional tuition will be charged by the credit hour for each credit above 18.
Non-Degree Students
At times, students may wish to take courses at LBC but not enroll in a program that leads to a degree. These students are classified as non-degree students, also known as non-matriculating students. Non-degree students complete a registration form available from the Registrar’s Office and are included in LBC’s student information system. Coursework requirements for non-degree students are the same as for degree students. Non-degree students receive a grade and earned credit upon completion of course requirements. Non-degree students should not be confused with audit students. See auditing a course for more details.
If non-degree students wish to enroll in a program, they will need to submit an application for enrollment.