Winter Session

Winter Session

NOVA's Winter Session provides a valuable opportunity for students to make the most of their winter break by offering a selection of asynchronous online courses. These 4-week courses enable students to earn credit hours, stay on track with their academic goals, and get ahead in their studies. Whether you want to explore a new subject, fulfill a prerequisite, or accelerate your degree, NOVA Winter Session has the courses for you. Our online platform allows you to learn at your own pace and conveniently access course materials from anywhere.

Winter Session

  • Winter Session enrollment is restricted to one course.
  • Enrollment counts toward spring semester enrollment limit.
  • Classes start on December 18, 2024. 

Financial Aid

NOVA Winter Session is an extension of the Spring 2025 academic semester. Students who receive Federal Student Aid or Military Benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office to determine the eligibility and availability of funds for the NOVA Winter Session. It is important for students to understand how participating in the Winter Session may affect their financial aid status, including any potential impact on their enrollment status, credit hours, and satisfactory academic progress.

The Winter Session is considered part of the Spring 2025 term.  Enrollment in a Winter Session course counts toward financial aid eligibility for Spring 2025.  Students must be enrolled in at least one eligible course for Spring 2025 that begins on or after 1/21/2025 for enrollment in an eligible Winter Session course to count toward their Spring 2025 financial aid eligibility. 

Financial aid that is offered for Spring 2025, including any aid that is offered for a Winter Session course, should be disbursed 2-3 weeks after the Spring term census (February 6, 2025), if the student has attended at least 6 eligible credits for the Winter Session/Spring 2025 past the last day to drop with a tuition refund. Holds or incomplete To Do List items on a student’s myNOVA account may prevent the disbursement of financial aid.  For more information on financial aid disbursements, please visit the Financial Aid Awards, Adjustments, Disbursements & Refunds page.

If you did not opt out of the NOVA All Access program, the cost of your course materials is included in the charges shown on your myNOVA SIS account summary. Information on obtaining your course materials through the NOVA All Access program is provided at the All-Access website. Note that several Winter Session courses will use Open Educational Resources (OER), so textbooks are not required for those courses. The other Winter Session courses will use electronic textbooks. If you need to use excess financial aid to purchase items through the NOVA bookstore for the Winter Session, you may do so from December 9, 2024 – December 23, 2024.  Visit the Buy Books & Supplies with Financial Aid page for more information about using financial aid at the bookstore.

Dates and Deadlines

Enrollment for NOVA’s Winter Session begins on October 28, 2024.
This incredible opportunity allows you to complete an entire semester's worth of coursework in four weeks. With a condensed timeframe, you'll experience an intense yet focused study schedule, ensuring maximum efficiency. 

Important Winter Session Dates

Date Event
Wednesday, November 20 Payment Deadline
Wednesday, December 18 Winter Session Start Date
Thursday, December 19 Last Day to Enroll
Monday, December 23 Last Day for Refund (Census)
Last Day to Opt-In/Opt-Out of All Access
Tuesday, December 24 - Wednesday, January 1, 2025 Winter Break*
(NOVA Offices Closed; Remote Services Available)
Monday, January 6 Last Day to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty
Saturday, January 18 End of Winter Session

* Note: classes will continue throughout Winter Break, except on the following days:
December 24, December 25, December 31, January 1.

Registration

Enrolling in the Winter Session may impact students receiving financial aid, military benefits, or international students. To understand how these potential impacts may affect your situation, we encourage you to contact the appropriate counselor for more information.

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. Dual enrollment options are also available for current high school students looking to take college courses while still in high school.  

NOVA's application for admission is free, fast, easy and you can save your progress as you go.

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Winter Session 2024 Registration is now closed.

Within three business days, NOVA Online will send you an email confirmation of your enrollment status.

For tuition payment deadlines and payment options, refer to our Payment page.

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During the orientation, you'll gain valuable insights into navigating the condensed timeframe of the Winter Session, ensuring you make the most of every moment. Explore a wide range of resources carefully curated to support your success, including personalized assistance and comprehensive study materials. We'll equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to excel during this intensive period.

Orientation Sessions: 

Courses Offered

Course Name Credit Hours Course Materials
ADJ 201 Criminology 3 Electronic Textbook
ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Open Educational Resources
ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Open Educational Resources
EDU 207 Human Growth and Development 3 Open Educational Resources
EDU 280 Technology Standards for Teachers 3 Open Educational Resources
ITE 140 Spreadsheet Software 3 Electronic Textbook
ITE 152 Introduction to Digital and Informational Literacy 3 Electronic Textbook
PHT 110 History of Photography 3 Electronic Textbook
SOC 200 Introduction to Sociology 3 Open Educational Resources
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 Open Educational Resources
SDV 101 Orientation to Information Systems 1 Open Educational Resources

Resources