Enrollment Changes

If you are enrolled less than full time, then your annual loan limit will be adjusted based on your enrollment level. This applies to both new borrowers and legacy borrowers eligible for the loan limits interim exception.

The Law School requires all students to be enrolled full-time (9 or more credits per quarter). Beginning in Autumn 2026, Law students who change their enrollment to be less than full time for a quarter will be eligible for a prorated loan amount based on the enrollment intensity and annual cap for their academic program. Students must enroll at least half-time (6 credits per quarter) to be eligible for Direct student loans.

Students who change their enrollment after loan disbursement occurs for the quarter will be subject to a loan adjustment. This process may require our office to reduce loan funds that have already been disbursed to your account. If this happens, it can create a balance or require a partial or total return of a living expense refund.

Student Loan Amount Notifications

All Law students are packaged for student loans assuming full-time enrollment. The Office of Financial Aid will update student loan eligibility throughout the add/drop period, however students should not expect immediate updates to aid packages based on changes made to their course schedule. 

Student Loan Disbursements

At the time of loan disbursement, your enrollment will be evaluated and the loan amount adjusted to reflect enrollment intensity. Loan amounts will vary based on the individual student’s eligibility and actual enrollment, not the Law School's enrollment requirements.

Changes to Enrollment

The impact of adding or dropping courses will be considered when calculating loan eligibility. It is strongly advised that students discuss impacts of adjusting their course load with the Office of Financial Aid and the Dean of Students Office.