Maybe. It could work, but it also might come back and bite you in the ass. I know from experience… one time UB asked for 8k back in previous student loans / financial aid they had given me ( they said i wasnt eligible AFTER they already paid for my summer and fall classes, and wanted it all back immediately ) although i know people who did what you are talking about and it worked out fine for them. just take a telecourse pass/fail and not give a fuck. it’s what i’d do.