Unit Overload Petition

The maximum program for Spring or Fall semester is 18 units. The maximum program of study for Summer or Winter term is 10 if at least one of the units is a physical education class. A student wishing to take more than the maximum units may file a petition. A student wishing take more than the maximum program units may file a unit overload petition with the Counseling and Student Success Division. Students may only take one course to exceed the unit limitation, and any additional courses will require approval from the Vice President of Equity and Student Services or their Designee (This form request will be directed to the correct person). Students who register for units or courses beyond the approved limit will be administratively dropped from the excessive units or courses.

Students should have completed at least 15 transferable units in one semester at El Camino College with a 2.75 GPA and an overall GPA of 2.5 to be eligible for overload. If you have questions please contact a counselor before submitting a petition.