Q. How much time should I plan to study each week?

For an answer to that question, you should ask a successful student.  Most successful students will say: They study 2 hours outside of class for each hour in class.  So, if you are registered for 15 credits, you may anticipate having to study around 30 hours per week. There are some courses (such as Principles of Biology) for which students say they have to study 20-25 hours each week for that one course. Being a successful student demands a full-time commitment. Source: School of Academic Programs and Services. Contact: 717 477-1395, sestokely@ship.edu