The definitions used for full and part-time status refer to the course load only. Please see the Financial Aid page to determine load status for different financial aid programs.
Full-Time Student
You are considered a full-time student if you register for the following minimum number of credits:
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- 12 credits per semester in the fall or spring semester.
- 9 credits in the 8-week summer semester.
Maximum Course Load
You must obtain written permission from the Dean of Student Services before you can register above these credits:
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- 21 credits per semester in the fall or spring semester.
- 12 credits in the 8-week summer session.
Waitlist Information
If a course section is full and a waitlist is available, students may add themselves to the waitlist. Most courses offer a waitlist once they reach maximum enrollment. Students may join only one waitlist per course (e.g., only one section of BIO-111 ).
Students on a waitlist will be notified through their student Carteret CC email if a seat becomes available. It is the student’s responsibility to check email daily and register within the 24-hour window provided in the “permission to register” email.
The college periodically reviews waitlists and may register a student directly if the open seat is in a section with the same format and date range. If this occurs, the student will be notified. The college may also contact students to identify alternate sections that could meet their needs.
If a student encounters registration issues after receiving permission to register, they must contact the Registrar’s Office immediately at registrar@carteret.edu - before the deadline-to avoid losing the seat.