15 to Finish
Save Money. Build Momentum. Graduate on Time. Start Your Career.
The vast majority of college students aren't taking the credits needed to graduate on time. CSU joins the more than 200 institutions across 25 states that are working to help students succeed with 15 to Finish.
15 to Finish targets students who are enrolled for 12 – 14 semester hours, and encourages them to sign up for 15 or more semester hours so that they can graduate sooner. Research shows that students who take 15 credit hours per semester have seen significant benefits, including better academic performance, higher retention rates and the increased likelihood of completion.
"Bottom line: Students who take 15 units per semester are more likely to graduate, pay less in tuition and living expenses, gain additional years of earnings, and free up limited classroom space for other students."
"The Power of 15 Credits"
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Save Money.
Graduating on time can help make higher education more affordable and reduce the amount of money students need to borrow for their undergraduate education. They could save the cost of an additional year paying for tuition, fees, books, room and board.
Build Momentum.
Building momentum early on in college is an important factor and increases the chances students will graduate altogether and on-time. Those who complete at least 15 credits per semester are also more likely to be retained and to complete their degrees.
Graduate on Time.
Many students have accumulated between 24 and 29 credits by the end of their first year, which means they are considered full-time for financial aid, yet they are not on-time for graduation. Know how long your degree should take.
- Associate degrees should be completed in two years.
- Bachelor degrees should be completed in four years.
Deciding what courses to take may not always seem straightforward, but your advisor can help you create a plan to complete at least 30 credits per year – credits that will count toward your degree program so you can stay on track to graduate. Meet with your advisor to create your personalized program map.
Start Your Career.
People with college degrees earn an average of 84% more over a lifetime than people without degrees. The faster you complete your degree, the faster you can start earning that extra income!
