What is the maximum number of credits I may take per semester? Freshmen may take a maximum of 17 credits per semester. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors may take a maximum of 18 credits per semester. Summer term maximum credits are: Summer Session I allows a maximum of 4 credits, Summer Session II allows 7 credits, and Summer Session III also allows 7 credits. Students who wish to exceed the maximum number of credits during any given semester must submit a credit overload form.