Ready to start your future? NOVA welcomes anyone 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent. We offer affordable education and a range of programs to help you achieve your goals. Explore our admissions process and financial aid options today – your journey begins here!
Visit NOVA
Visit our campuses and experience what we have to offer.
Apply to NOVA
NOVA has an open-door admission policy. Any person 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent can apply.
Tuition & Costs
NOVA offers one of the lowest tuition rates of any college or university in the Washington, D.C. area.
Financial Aid
Paying for college may seem like an overwhelming task, but at NOVA, we're here to help you.
How to Transfer
Find out how you can transfer credits to NOVA or prepare for a transfer out to another college or university.
Dual Enrollment
With NOVA's Dual Enrollment (DE) program, you don't have to wait until you graduate from high school to attend college.
Register for Classes
NOVA makes it easy for you to register for credit programs or Workforce and Continuing Education classes.
Credit for Prior Learning
NOVA helps you turn your prior learning into college credit.
Upcoming Webinars
Discover NOVA Webinars
Learn more about NOVA’s application process, program options, financial aid, and resources. Choose a session that fits your schedule:
Upcoming NOVA information sessions and registration links
This webinar is designed for students who have applied to NOVA and want to learn about their next steps to start classes. Join us to learn how to complete the advising survey, log into myNOVA, explore course modalities, and access student and academic resources, financial aid, scholarships, and more.
Upcoming Get Nighthawk Ready webinars and registration links