Office of the University Registrar
Student Union 1, Room 2101
4400 University Drive, MS 3D1
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 993-2441, Fax (703) 993-4668
CREDIT OVERLOAD
This form is used to request permission to
increase your semester credit hour maximum.
_________________ __________________________________ ___________________
Student’s GNumber Last Name, First Name Mason E-mail address
My classification is: ☐Graduate ☐Undergraduate
☐Non-Degree Graduate ☐Non-Degree Undergraduate
Student’s Primary Program: ________________________________________________________________
Degree Students Only
Semester Requested: ☐Fall ☐Spring ☐Summer Year __________
Cumulative GPA _______ Previous Semester GPA _______ Do you have any Incompletes? ______
Please list your proposed schedule in the space provided below:
It is very important to assess all of your commitments when requesting a credit overload. Refer to the University Catalog regarding
Academic Load and Employment
.
Employment and other commitments for the semester of the overload: ________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Reason for the overload: ____________________________________________________________________________
(A detailed explanation can also be attached to this form.)
☐ I understand that requests are not effective unless I obtain the required signatures below.
☐ I certify that the above information is accurate and not in violation of the Honor Code.
☐ Acceptance of requests for Dean’s review does not guarantee approval or a definite date when a decision can be reached.
☐ I have read and will comply with the rules, regulations, requirements and academic policies of my college and the university.
☐ I assume all responsibilities for adjusting my schedule as needed during the add/drop period. I understand that no late adjustments will
be allowed if I do not register in that time period for an approved overload.
☐ If required by my college, I have attached a copy of my Patriot Web transcript.
Student’s Signature ______________________________________________________________ Date ______________
APPROVAL
Total Hours Granted: _______________
DEPARTMENT APPROVAL (If required by school) _____________________________________________ Date ______________
UNDERGRADUATE APPROVAL - Assistant/Associate Dean _____________________________________ Date ______________
GRADUATE APPROVAL- Department Chair __________________________________________________ Date ______________
NON-DEGREE APPROVAL - Assistant/Associate Dean __________________________________________ Date ______________
Registrar’s Initials: ________/__________ 6/13
