Santa Clara University

Full-time vs. Part-time

F-1 Visa Students

• Part-time is considered to be no less than 15 and no more than 20 hours per week.
• Full-time is considered to be 21 or more hours per week.
• Graduate students are allowed a maximum of 9 months in full-time co-ops.

Citizens and Permanent Residents

• Part-time is considered to be no less than 15 and no more than 29 hours per week.
• Full-time is considered to be 30 or more hours per week.