Course Load Policies

Modified on Wed, 8 Jul at 5:01 PM

At Nexford, all learners begin by taking one course at a time. Once you have met the initial requirements for your program, you may be eligible to enroll in two courses per term.

Note: This article reflects the policies in the current catalog. Learners enrolled under a previous catalog version should refer to their applicable catalog or contact Learner Success for clarification.



Initial Single-Course Period and CGPA Requirements


The number of courses you must complete one at a time — and the minimum CGPA required to take on a second course — depends on your program:


ProgramSingle-Course PeriodMinimum CGPA for Two Courses
Undergraduate Career Pathway ProgramsFirst 2 courses2.0
Associate degree programs (e.g., AAS)First 4 courses3.0
Bachelor's degree programs (e.g., BBA)First 7 courses3.0
Master's degree programs (e.g., MBA, MSDA)First 5 courses3.6
Mini-MBA Graduate Certificate1 course per termSeminar may be taken alongside another course



Additional Requirements


To enroll in two courses at once, you must also:

  • Have no outstanding tuition balance
  • Not be enrolled in a capstone course — all capstone courses must be taken one at a time


If your CGPA falls below the required threshold or you carry an outstanding balance, your course load will be automatically restricted to one course per term until the issue is resolved.



Maximum Course Load


The maximum course load at Nexford is two courses per term, regardless of program or CGPA.



Ready to Increase Your Course Load?


Contact your Success Advisor to confirm your eligibility and arrange the change.


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