Transitioning to NOVA

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Continuing at NOVA after High School Graduation

After you graduate from high school, you may continue at NOVA as a curricular student and work toward a degree or certificate.

Because you are already a NOVA student, you do not need to reapply. Your NOVA ID and myNOVA login credentials will remain the same.

Some programs, including degrees and certificates offered at the Medical Education Campus, require a separate application process for curricular placement. Learn more about the application requirements.

Follow the steps below to enroll in classes and complete your tuition payment.

Log in to your myNOVA account to manage your student information and complete required enrollment tasks as you transition from dual enrollment to enrolling after high school graduation.

In myNOVA, you will complete the following actions:

  1. Review your residency status
    • Your residency determines whether you are charged in-state or out-of-state tuition.
    • After graduation, you may need to update your residency information.
    Review residency requirements
  2. Review any holds on your account
    • High school-related holds, such as the dual enrollment (WA9) hold or homeschool (WAG) hold, are typically removed on your anticipated high school graduation date.
    • As you prepare to graduate, you are eligible to register for the upcoming academic semester.
    • If you have additional holds on your account, review the details and work with campus Student and Enrollment Services to have the holds addressed.
    • If your hold is not removed at the time of graduation, complete Form 125-104DE or send your completed high school transcript to DualEnrollment@nvcc.edu.
    Learn more about holds

Depending on the NOVA coursework you completed in high school, you may need to complete the Direct Enrollment survey for math and English courses.

The survey helps identify your readiness for college-level English and math. NOVA also offers a self-informed placement test to help you choose the most appropriate courses.

Direct Enrollment and Self-Placement Survey

These steps will provide you with information about enrollment, advising, and the new student mandatory training.

Complete New2NOVA

Before continuing at NOVA, consider any AP and IB exams you have completed that may qualify for college credit.

Review the requirements and submit your official scores for degree evaluation.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual

High school students are automatically program-placed in the Uniform Certificate of General Studies. As you graduate from high school and continue your studies at NOVA, you may add a degree or additional certificate to your account.

  • Choose your program of study
    View the pathways at NOVA. Reach out to advising for assistance. Career Services provides additional guides to help you select a program.
  • Participate in ADV 100 virtual sessions
    These virtual advising sessions guide you through course selection, introduce key resources and help you understand academic requirements for your program of study.
  • Review your academic record
    Check your academic record to see which requirements you have already satisfied. Review the Credit for Prior Learning webpage to determine if you are eligible for college credit from AP or IB exam scores.

Review tips for self-enrolling in SIS. Refer to the curriculum in the college catalog to identify requirements for your program of study at NOVA.

View enrollment steps

Before the payment deadline, confirm how you will cover your tuition costs.

  1. Learn about applying for financial aid
    Review financial aid options and application requirements.
    Learn about financial aid
  2. Make a payment in SIS
    If you are not using financial aid, follow the steps to pay your tuition online.
    Make a payment

As a NOVA student, we encourage you to continue to use support services and resources to help you succeed in college! Learn more about support services and student life at NOVA.

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