JumpStart2NOVA
What is JumpStart2NOVA?
JumpStart2NOVA! offers tuition-free summer college courses to high school seniors who are considering attending NOVA, and who will be graduating from a public, private, or home school in spring 2024 and in good academic standing at NOVA.
JumpStart2NOVA! is for students residing in the City of Alexandria, Arlington County, City of Falls Church, Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park, or Prince William County.
College Information Sessions
Planning your Fall Semester at NOVA - Join us for a webinar that will focus on answering key questions as you prepare for your Fall semester. Topics covered include goal setting, program identification, course selection, college resources, schedule planning, reviewing holds, registration, and payment tips.
| JumpStart2NOVA Course | Course Name | Credits | Mode | Cost of Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ART 100 | Art Appreciation | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $74.99-80.99 |
| CST 110 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $155.99 |
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ITP 150 |
Python Programming | 4 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| MTH 154* | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $70.25 |
| MUS 121 | Music in Society | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| PLS 140 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $50.34-$105.33 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
| SOC 200 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | Online/Asynchronous | $0 |
*MTH 154 is not for STEM Majors.
**Students who sign up for a JumpStart2NOVA session of MTH 154 are highly encouraged to attend one of our preparatory Ramp Up for MTH 154 workshops. These free workshops are offered virtually and in person. More information will be sent to students who enroll in a JumpStart2NOVA session of MTH 154.
Tuition for up to four credits of JumpStart2NOVA courses will be paid via scholarship – one three-credit course plus our one-credit College Success Skills course. Students do not owe tuition and fees for courses enrolled through the JumpStart2NOVA program. Students are responsible for any textbooks or course materials required.
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 2023, and be in good academic standing at NOVA.
| NOVA Course | English Placement Requirements (Must submit one qualifying score) | Math Placement Requirements (Must submit one qualifying score) |
|---|---|---|
| ART 100, CST 110, ECO 202, ENG 111, ITE 152, ITP 150, MUS 121, PLS 140, SOC 200, SDV 100 |
High school GPA 3.0 or higher PSAT EBRW 390 SAT EBRW 480 ACT English/Reading 18 |
N/A |
| MTH 154* |
High School GPA 3.0 or higher PSAT EBRW 390 SAT EBRW 480 ACT English/Writing 18 |
Grade of 2.0 (C) or higher in a high school math course PSAT Math 500 SAT Math 530 ACT Math 22 |
*Math courses require at least one qualifying score from both the English Placement Requirements and the Math Placement Requirements.
JumpStart2NOVA courses are tuition free! Textbook and other course material purchases may be required.
You may take a maximum of 2 courses through JumpStart2NOVA: one 3- or 4-credit course, NOVA’s 1-credit Student Development course (SDV 100).
A current high school transcript is required to complete your JumpStart2NOVA application.
JumpStart2NOVA courses are designed to fulfill NOVA degree requirements and transfer well to other colleges and universities.
Online Courses
You are enrolling in an online course. Students who take courses through NOVA Online must have access to a computer and reliable internet, and may be required to participate in classes or take exams with their camera on. Remotely proctored exams also require the use of a Respondus Lockdown Browser which must be downloaded to the student’s computer.
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.
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.
How Do I Apply for the JumpStart2NOVA Program?
STEP 1: Apply to NOVA
- Complete your application to NOVA and select your admit term as Summer 2023. Be sure to copy your EMPLID, username, and password for future reference.
- If you are already a NOVA student, locate your EMPLID and proceed to step 2.
STEP 2: Complete your JumpStart2NOVA application
- Go to https://nvcc.dualenroll.com/login. First-time users must create an account using your personal email address and a new username and password. This is not the same as your NOVA login credentials that you were given when you applied to NOVA.
- Returning users log into your existing nvcc.DualEnroll.com account.
- All students must upload a current high school transcript, and any additional qualifying score reports if they are using test scores to qualify for courses.
- Be sure to select JumpStart2NOVA 2023 as your term.
- Pick one course from the list, and add the 1-credit SDV 100 if you wish. If you select more courses, your request will not be approved.
STEP 3: Check your email for updates on your JumpStart2NOVA application.
- We will send you email updates as we process your application. Timely response is required. All steps and necessary documents must be submitted before 5PM on May 19th, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
JumpStart2NOVA students must be high school seniors graduating in spring 2023 from a public, private, or home school, and who are considering attending NOVA after high school.
Students must reside in NOVA’s service region: City of Alexandria, Arlington County, City of Falls Church, Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park, or Prince William County.
Students must meet the same academic eligibility requirements as dual enrollment students. See: https://www.nvcc.edu/dual-enrollment/admission-placement.html
Students who have previously taken courses with NOVA must be in good academic standing at NOVA.
Tuition for JumpStart2NOVA courses will be paid via scholarship – students do not owe tuition and fees for courses enrolled through the JumpStart2NOVA program. Students are responsible for any textbooks or course materials required. 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.
- ART 100
- CST 110
- ECO 202
- ENG 111
- ITE 152
- ITP 150
- MTH 154
- MUS 121
- PLS 140
- SOC 200
- SDV 100
JumpStart2NOVA courses were chosen because they apply to NOVA degrees and a high percentage of transfer pathways. These courses also meet requirements for Virginia’s Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
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. The JumpStart2NOVA scholarship only applies to tuition and fees. While many JumpStart2NOVA courses use open educational resources, students will be expected to purchase any textbooks or other required course materials at their own expense.
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 on 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, and may be required to participate in classes or take exams with their camera on. 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: https://online.nvcc.edu/orientation/
JumpStart2NOVA courses run from May 30 to August 9. Students may drop their course on or before June 9. Students may withdraw without grade penalty on or before July 12. Students are expected to drop or withdraw from their courses on their own by following the tutorial in their NOVA Account.
Students should also check their NOVA email regularly for reminders and updates from NOL and instructors: https://www.nvcc.edu/ithd/students/email/
Should you desire to drop or withdraw from your JumpStart2NOVA courses, please see the links here:
https://www.nvcc.edu/novaconnect/students/tuts/enroll/drop.html
https://www.nvcc.edu/novaconnect/students/tuts/withdraw.html
No! JumpStart2NOVA courses are college courses; final grades are entered on your official NOVA transcript. You will be required to submit this transcript to every college or university to which you may later apply. As a JumpStart student, you will have access to free online tutoring and NOVA Online Success Coaches to help you be successful in your classes – please take advantage of these resources! https://www.nvcc.edu/tutoring/online-tutoring.html
Make sure you check your NOVA email regularly for reminders and updates from NOL and instructors and get started on the course start date:https://www.nvcc.edu/ithd/students/email/
Should you desire to drop the course(s) or withdraw from the course(s) see the links here:
https://www.nvcc.edu/novaconnect/students/tuts/withdraw.html
https://www.nvcc.edu/novaconnect/students/tuts/enroll/drop.html
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.
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.Of course, we also want students to see the many benefits of taking courses at NOVA and completing a degree with us! It is our hope that JumpStart2NOVA students will stay at NOVA for Fall 2023 and beyond.