If you are attending college for the first time and as a full-time student, I always recommend a student start with the minimum full-time student load which is 12 credits (four courses) for institutions that operate on a regular two semester academic year. Once the student makes the transition and understands what is expected, and develops a good study routine, then the next semester if they feel they can handle more then they can try 15 credits (five course) which is the average full-time student load. Its always better to start light, then build up from there, rather than to get overwhelmed from the beginning and put themselves at risk.
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