By Danielle Larson
Editor-in-Chief
Beginning in the 2009-2010 school year, Saint Mary’s University students will be able to take a maximum credit load of 18 credits before having to pay any extra tuition costs.
The SMU Board of Trustees passed the increase from a 17-credit maximum to 18 credits at their meeting on Sept. 25.
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According to Tony Piscitiello, vice president for admissions, the idea of having an 18-credit maximum load has come up many times in different meetings he has attended. However, concerns, such as budget restrictions and the fact that 18 credits is a large course load, have followed the proposal. Some students might not realize how much work it takes to tackle six classes, said Piscitiello.
Not everything about it is bad, though. “It allows a bit more flexibility for students,” said Piscitiello. “It allows students to take classes they might have never taken.”
Students have their own feelings on this topic.
“While I might not use it, it is nice to know I have the option,” said Rick Baustian, a SMU freshman.
“I think it will be very helpful to students who want to double major or catch up on credits if they choose to change majors,” said Karina Rajtar, a SMU sophomore.
"I would have been able to take the art classes I wanted to take," said Senior Kim Johnson.
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