Joplin, MO: CBSA Type: Metro: CBSA Division: CBSA Division Name: CBSA Population: 175,518: CBSA Division Population: 0: MSA: 3710: MSA Name: Joplin, MO MSA: PMSA: PMSA Name: City State Key: W16370: Preferred Last Line Key: W16370
3 credit hours (1 course) = 3 hours in class per week = 6-9 hours study time per week. 12 credit hours (4 courses) = 12 hours in class per week = 24-36 hours study time per week. Full time students enroll in 12 - 18 credit hours per semester. Part time students enroll in 1 - 11 credit hours per semester. The course load that is best for you depends on a variety of factors, such as other commitments, study skills, time management skills, and self discipline.
For most people, the number of credits you should take each semester will be an individual choice based on a variety of factors. Generally, full-time undergraduate students take about 15 credits per semester and full-time graduate students take about 12 credits. If you are planning to work full or part-time while completing your degree, you will have some additional time requirements to consider.