* The degree: A bachelor's degree typically requires 120-150 credit hours, while associate's degrees usually require 60-65. Master's degrees and doctoral degrees have even higher requirements.
* The institution: Different colleges and universities have different requirements and structures. Some may require more credits per semester than others.
* The student's course load: Students can generally take a varying number of credit hours per semester, depending on their academic standing, available courses, and personal capacity. A full-time student might take 12-18 credit hours, while a part-time student might take fewer.
To find out how many credit hours are *required* per semester for a specific degree program, you need to check the catalog or website of the college or university offering the program. The information will usually be detailed in the program's curriculum or requirements section.