Length of residence alone does not determine class standing.
FRESHMAN
Students are classified as freshmen until they have satisfied the conditions for advancement to a higher class.
SOPHOMORE
To be classified as a sophomore, a student must have earned at least 28 semester hours in courses carrying academic credit. (Physical education courses at the 100 level do not carry academic credit.)
JUNIOR
To be classified as a junior, a student must have earned at least 59 semester hours in courses carrying academic credit.
SENIOR
To be classified as a senior, a student must have earned 90 semester hours in courses carrying academic credit.