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Definition of full-time status

Enrollment at Olin College is for full-time study in engineering. Students are expected to follow the curriculum design for each class year and carry a usual load of 16 degree credits. The definition of full-time study is a minimum of 12 attempted degree credits each semester with a maximum of 20 attempted degree credits each semester.

Part-time study is generally not available at Olin College; however, special cases will be considered by the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.