What is the typical course load for a freshman? Is there a minimum load?
At OBU, the minimum degree requirements include 128 hours of credit. This is equivalent to eight semesters at 16 hours per semester. You must average 16 or more hours per semester to graduate in eight semesters. The “typical load” is hard to define for several reasons. First of all, some majors have more highly structured requirements, leaving very few options. Second, your educational background, your personal interests, and your ACT/SAT score are all important factors in determining the best course load for you. You should discuss this with your advisor, remembering that your advisor knows the proper sequence of courses for the major and has access to your high school transcript as well as your ACT/SAT scores. Your goal should be to complete your first semester with a high GPA. The challenge is not to overload or underload you. The information your advisor needs but does not have is how hard you are willing to work and how much self-discipline and motivation you possess. The minimum
