How to Transfer

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Join Us at Any Stage of Your Education

Northern Virginia Community College, also known as NOVA, has talented faculty, affordable in-person, hybrid, or 100% online learning options, and career support at every level. Find out how you can transfer credits in or prepare for a transfer out. We can help you make your education and career goals a reality.

Start Your Bachelor’s at NOVA 

Then Transfer to the College or University of Your Choice

Our Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees are designed to transfer seamlessly to a four-year college or university in preparation for completing a bachelor's degree and beyond.

Note: Applied degree programs (AAA and AAS) are not designed to transfer, although in special cases graduates of applied programs may be able to transfer.

Start Preparing Today

Make a 4-year plan

Research your transfer choices

Additional transfer resources

Transfer Portals

Learn about all the transfer resources available for you or apply what you've already accomplished on your educational journey and take your career to the next level. Getting started is easy. Visit one of the portals to explore all your options.