Student Classification

Platt College defines student classification two different ways: one way is in accordance with the Colorado Board of Nursing and the second way is in accordance with financial aid/Title IV funding for those who qualify.  The charts below illustrates the differences in the student classification system.

Defined for Financial Aid

Hours Completed (Attempted does NOT count)Subsidized Loans EligibilityUnsubsidized Loans Eligibility
0-35$3,500$6,000
36-71$4,500$6,000
72-108$5,500$7,000
109-184.5$5,500$7,000

Defined by the College Registrar in accordance with the Colorado Board of Nursing approved program

ClassificationQuarters
Freshman1-4
Sophomore5-7
Junior8-10
Senior11-12

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