Overload

The student requests an overload through an advisor or the registrar, often after demonstrating a strong GPA. If approved, registration is opened for the extra credits. The bursar posts any overload tuition charge. The aid office notes the higher credit total for enrollment intensity (still full-time) and for COA if tuition increased. At term end all attempted credits count toward SAP pace.

Example: a student with a 3.6 GPA receives permission to take 21 credits. Under banded tuition the first 18 credits are covered by the flat rate; the three additional credits are billed at $400 each. The Pell Grant remains at the full-time amount. All 21 credits count as attempted for pace.

Full-time enrollment is typically 12 or more credits and does not require special approval. An overload exceeds the catalog maximum. Banded tuition covers only up to the top of the band. Per-credit pricing charges every credit but may still require approval above a threshold.

Assuming aid will increase to cover overload charges. Registering for an overload without required approval and later being dropped. Ignoring the impact of extra attempted credits on SAP pace if courses are failed or withdrawn.