ADMISSIONS & RECORDS OFFICE
Excess Unit Petition
Please complete the following. PRINT legibly and clearly. Submit this petition at least two weeks BEFORE attempting to register for excess units.
You may NOT register for excess units unless this petition has been approved.
Instructions:
1. Use this form to request approval to exceed the maximum allowable unit load of:
18 units during the Fall or Spring semesters
8 units during summer sessions
2. Before submitting this petition, all students are required to meet with a Sacramento City College counselor for
recommendation.
3. All Los Rios College transcripts must be attached. If most or all of your academic history is not at a Los Rios College,
you MUST submit a copy of a grade report or transcript from your previous institution with this petition. (High
school transcripts included).
4. Student MUST attach a written statement explaining the reasons for requesting an excess load.
Semester and Year Applicable: □ Summer □ Fall □ Spring Year: _____________
Class Schedule: Please list ALL the classes you wish to take in the term indicated. Include all classes you plan
to enroll in, including the courses that will put you above the allowed 18 units.
Total Units: _______________
Your Petition has been reviewed and your request has been:
Approved
Denied
Returned
Comments: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
□ Posted □ OnBase □ Emailed Review Committee: ______________________________________ Date: ______________________
Counselor Recommendation:
Recommend
Do Not Recommend
Comments: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Counselor Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: ________________________
Print Name: _______________________________________________________
Student Name: _________________________________________________ Student ID: _____________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________ Phone: (_______)________________________
Street Apt
______________________________________________________ Email: _________________________________
City State Zip
Staff Initials & Intake Date: ______________________