Course may be designated as repeatable for credit, provided the department specifies the limitations on repeatability. Proposals must indicate the maximum number of allowable credits, or other conditions of repeatability such as “twice for a maximum of __credits” or “when topic changes.” Course descriptions should be clear when the content differs significantly from another section. The number of repeats is the number of times a student may register in the course after the initial enrollment. For example, a 4-credit course which is repeatable twice has a maximum value of 12 credits – initial 4 credits plus two 4-credit repeats. 

For courses with variable credit, the maximum credit which may be earned is critical. Departments must specify a reasonable credit limit for repeatable variable-credit courses. 

Individualized study courses (405, 605 Reading and Conference; 401, 601 Research; 401,601 Thesis; 603 Dissertation) are not subject to the repeatability limitation. 

Approved By: University Senate        Date: 05/24/2023

Motion Number: US22/23-20

Revision History:

Original US22/23-20 Date 05/24/2023