Special-status students are non-degree seeking students, though they are still governed by the same academic rules (e.g. application, fees, drop/add, withdrawals, grading, and retention policies) governing regular students. Students seeking reclassification from the special-student status to regular-degree-seeking student status must submit an application via standard admission procedures. Special-status, non-degree students are not eligible for financial aid. Students not yet admitted to the MPH Program may take up to 12 credit hours of core required coursework as Non-Degree Seeking. Once admitted, with approval of the MPH director, 12 credit hours of non-degree seeking coursework will be accepted towards the degree.