<p>Neon are you sure, most advisor's push 14-16 credits for freshman, maybe something has changed. I have known many students who do great with 19 credits and other who do not so good. We at UB have a grace period like most schools, that in the first 2 weeks or so you can drop a class without penalty. If you son or daughter is having trouble, I really recommend he drop the class he/she doesn't like to ease the burden.</p>