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NOVA has an open-door admission policy. Any person 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent can take advantage of our academic opportunities. We also offer dual enrollment to high schoolers.
NOVA's application for admission is the first step towards enrollment. It's fast, easy and you can save your progress.
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Choose Your Path
All students must complete the Application for Admission. However, certain students such as International or Dual Enrollment students may need to complete additional steps before enrolling in classes. Choose the path that best suits you:
New Students
You are first time college student or a recent high school graduate.
Transfer
You are transferring from another institution.
Military
You are a veteran, currently enlisted or family connected to a service member.
International
You are an international student hoping to obtain a F-1 visa to study at NOVA.
DACA & Undocument Students
NOVA welcomes DACA students.
Senior Students
If you are 65+, you may qualify for free tuition.
Dual Enrollment
You are a current high school student and want to get an early start.
Online Students
You plan on taking all of your classes online.
Application Help
Need help completing the application? Contact us for help.
Next Steps
After sucessful completion of the application, there's much more to do such as meeting with your academic advisor, qualifying for financial aid, exploring payment options and selecting your classes. Contact your Academic Advisor to get started.