Student class standings are based on the total number of credits they have earned. Classifications are:
| Classification | # of Credits |
|---|---|
| Freshman | 0 - 29 credits |
| Sophomore | 30 - 59 credits |
| Junior | 60 - 89 credits |
| Senior | 90 or more credits |
Transfer students are given class standing based on the number of transfer credits accepted by the college. Only students who are officially admitted to certificate or degree programs have class standing. Non-degree students are registered without class standing.
The typical two-year associate degree offered by Iḷisaġvik usually requires 60 to 65 credits distributed across different areas of study. Certificates are offered for programs of less than two years in length and the number of credits needed varies depending on the length of the program. Students should find the program they are interested in pursuing and follow its credit requirements as listed in this catalog.