APU Student Handbook
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Last Revision: January 24, 2025

Academic Standing (Freshman-Senior)

A student's academic standing is based solely on the number of semester hours they have fulfilled toward their current program.

If a student is enrolled in an Associate’s degree, their academic standing can never be higher than sophomore.

Academic Standing-Table of Semester Hours Required

Academic StandingSemester Hours Required (must be applicable to student's program)
Freshman0-29
Sophomore30-59
Junior60-89
Senior90+