Undergraduate Classification
Undergraduate Classification
Undergraduate degree-seeking students are classified according to the total number of credits earned.
| Classification | Completed Credits |
|---|---|
| Freshman | 0 - 26 |
| Sophomore | 27 - 59 |
| Junior | 60 - 89 |
| Senior | 90 or more |
Credit limitations may be placed on students who have not been fully admitted to a degree program at NDSU. Also, classification or standing in a declared plan of study may vary from the classification used by the university in determining academic standing, financial aid award levels, etc.
Undergraduate Non-degree Student
A student who is not seeking a degree or who has not completed the formal application process for admission is considered a non-degree students. Non-degree students may take a maximum of 15 undergraduate credits. Non-degree students are not eligible for financial aid.