JumpStart2NOVA

There are no upcoming webinars at this time. 

Refer to the curriculum in the college catalog to identify requirements for the program of study you are pursuing at NOVA. Be sure to note requirements you have met through courses you are currently taking or have successfully completed, as well as through Credit for Prior Learning options, such as AP/IB exam scores. Use the Credit for Prior Learning manual for details.

Refer to the curriculum for the Uniform Certificate of General Studies if you are planning to transfer and unsure about what program to pursue.

A curriculum should require completion of only one SDV course. If you have successfully completed an SDV course and are considering taking another one, please work with Advising before submitting your request. We encourage you to take SDV 100 through JumpStart2NOVA, if you have not already taken an SDV course to meet the course requirement.

Courses may not be changed after registration has ended on May 5.

Textbook and Course Materials are provided to students through All Access and included at no cost to the student. Students will be automatically enrolled in NOVA All Access and course materials are provided on the first day of class through your NOVA student email and paid through the JumpStart2NOVA scholarship. Review details about NOVA All Access.

Open Educational Resource courses have free, online resources provided in Canvas.

Tuition for up to four credits of JumpStart2NOVA courses will be paid via scholarship. Students may select one three credit course, plus NOVA’s one-credit College Success Skills (SDV 100) course. Students do not owe tuition and fees for courses enrolled through the JumpStart2NOVA program. Course materials are provided through All Access. Students will be automatically enrolled in NOVA All Access and course materials are provided on the first day of class through your NOVA student email and paid through the JumpStart2NOVA scholarship. Review details about NOVA All Access. 

Students will see a tuition bill for their JumpStart2NOVA courses and will receive email reminders to make a payment.  Please disregard these reminders. As long as you followed the registration procedures and were enrolled through the Office of Dual Enrollment, NOVA will apply your scholarship to cover tuition and fees for your JumpStart course no later than the last day of class. You are responsible for tuition and fees for any courses enrolled outside of the JumpStart2NOVA program.

All JumpStart2NOVA students must reside in NOVA’s service area, be graduating high school in Spring 2025, and plan to continue at NOVA in the Fall. Students must have all registration holds removed from their account and must complete the Direct Enrollment Survey prior to enrollment. 

Students must submit a current high school transcript and meet eligibility for JumpStart2NOVA courses as outlined below.

Refer to the curriculum in the college catalog to identify requirements for the program of study you are pursuing at NOVA. Be sure to note requirements you have met through courses you are currently taking or have successfully completed, as well as through Credit for Prior Learning options, such as AP/IB exam scores. Use the Credit for Prior Learning manual for details.

Refer to the curriculum for the Uniform Certificate of General Studies if you are planning to transfer and unsure about what program to pursue.

A curriculum should require completion of only one SDV course. If you have successfully completed an SDV course and are considering taking another one, please work with Advising before submitting your request. We encourage you to take SDV 100 through JumpStart2NOVA, if you have not already taken an SDV course to meet the course requirement.

Courses may not be changed after registration has ended on May 5.

You may take a maximum of 2 courses through JumpStart2NOVA: one 3-credit course, NOVA's 1-credit Student Development course (SDV 100). 

JumpStart2NOVA enrollment is limited, and individual courses may be further limited based on qualified instructor availability. You will be notified if your choice is not available. 

Course Materials

Textbook and Course Materials are provided to students through All Access and included at no cost to the student. Students will be automatically enrolled in NOVA All Access and course materials are provided on the first day of class through your NOVA student email and paid through the JumpStart2NOVA scholarship. Review details about NOVA All Access. Open Educational Resource course have free, online resources provided in Canvas.

Online Courses

All courses are offered asynchronously through NOVA Online (NOL). This means there will not be regularly scheduled real-time meetings. You will be expected to meet all deadlines outlined in the course syllabus. Instructors are available for office hours and may offer virtual meetings throughout the course. Students who take NOL courses must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection. A laptop may be available for you to borrow during the course session through the laptop loaner program.

Courses will be taught by NOVA Online instructors. You will be enrolled in a JumpStart2NOVA section and will not have the option to select your instructor.

Remotely proctored exams also require the use of the Respondus Lockdown Browser, which must be downloaded to the student's computer. For more information about NOL courses, view the orientation section of their website.

Accommodations & Accessibility

Under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability services are available to you if you are currently enrolled, have a documented disability that substantially limits you in one or more of life's major activities, and are otherwise academically qualified. To use services in a NOVA class, you must apply online at NOVA's Accommodations and Accessibility Services page.

College Transcript

By enrolling in a JumpStart2NOVA class, you are starting or continuing an official college transcript. You will be required to share this transcript with every college or university to which you may later apply.

The JumpStart2NOVA scholarship for tuition-free courses applies only to selected courses and sections. Students must follow the registration process outlined on the website and will be enrolled by a NOVA registrar. Students will not enroll themselves or select the section and instructor.

All courses are offered asynchronously through NOVA Online (NOL). This means there will not be regularly scheduled real-time meetings. You will be expected to meet all deadlines outlined in the course syllabus. Instructors are available for office hours and may offer virtual meetings throughout the course. Students who take NOL courses must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection. A laptop may be available for you to borrow during the course session through the laptop loaner program.

Courses will be taught by NOVA Online instructors. You will be enrolled in a JumpStart2NOVA section and will not have the option to select your instructor.

Remotely proctored exams also require the use of the Respondus Lockdown Browser, which must be downloaded to the student's computer. For more information about NOL courses, view the orientation section of their website.

No, JumpStart2NOVA courses are official college courses, and your final grades will appear on your NOVA transcript. You will be required to submit this transcript to any college or university you apply to in the future.

To help you succeed in your classes, you have access to free online tutoring and NOVA Online Success Coaches. We encourage you to take full advantage of these resources to support your academic journey:

• Access Tutoring Services

Stay Connected: Students should check their NOVA email regularly for important reminders and updates from NOVA Online (NOL) and their instructors.

• Check Your NOVA Email

Dropping a Course: If you wish to drop your JumpStart2NOVA course, please use the following resource:

• Drop a Class

As a strong community partner, NOVA understands our area high school students face many challenges, not the least of which is an affordable college education. We are deeply committed to ensuring students receive the academic preparation necessary to accelerate their post-secondary education and careers. We are excited to welcome our new and continuing Nighthawks to the summer program!