Definition of Full-time and Half-time
Enrollment

Tuition and Financial Aid

Note: These definitions also apply to learners who plan to receive VA Benefits.

Graduate Learners

• Graduate learners enrolled in six or more credits each quarter at Capella University are considered to be enrolled on a full-time basis.
• Graduate learners who enroll in three or more, but fewer than six credits each quarter at Capella University are considered to be enrolled on a half-time basis.
• Doctoral learners enrolled in comprehensive examination and dissertation courses will be certified as full time.

Undergraduate Learners

• Undergraduate learners enrolled in 12 or more credits each quarter at Capella University are considered to be enrolled on a full-time basis.
• Undergraduate learners who enroll in six or more, but fewer than 12 credits each quarter at Capella University are considered to be enrolled on a half-time basis.

Learners who are enrolled in a degree or certificate program at least half time are eligible to defer prior student loans. To receive more information on the deferment process, contact your lender or servicer. If you are not sure who is the servicer on your student loans, you can find that information online at the National Student Clearinghouse.