Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layer of skin (dermis) and the layer of fat and tissues just under the skin (the subcutaneous tissues). Erysipelas is an infection of the skin which is nearer to the skin surface (more superficial) than cellulitis.
Note: Holding an assistantship with registration for 8 hours (3 hours in summer) is not considered full-time and will not qualify to obtain a U-Pass. Student Loans. For graduate students, 9 hours (5 hours in Summer) registration is considered full time for student loans. Half-Time is 5 hours (3 hours in Summer). Consult with the Office of Financial Aid is you have any questions.
Can I Get Financial Aid as a Part-Time Student? Generally, the Financial Aid Office will pay your financial aid based on the amount of credits you are enrolled in on tuition due date. An exception is the PELL Grant which sometimes pays a small amount for less-than-half-time enrollment. Classes must be taken for credit, not audited, to count toward financial aid.