For Students

DEI Resources for Students at NOVA

The Office of Wellness and Mental Health

Assistance, resources, support, and interventions to members of the NOVA community to positively impact emotional development, healthy social skills, and enhance academic success.

Accommodations and Accessibility Services

NOVA is committed to ensuring all students have an opportunity to pursue a college education regardless of the presence or absence of a disability. NOVA makes reasonable accommodations in providing courses, programs, building modifications, and auxiliary aids and services in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. No academically qualified student with a disability will be denied access to or participation in the College's services, programs, and activities.

Financial Stability and Advocacy Centers

The mission of the Financial Stability and Advocacy Centers is to enhance student capability for academic success by providing personalized services that build strong financial foundations and access to community resources.

Office of Military and Veteran Services

The Office of Military and Veteran Services (OMVS) is designed to provide comprehensive resources to veterans and military-related personnel who are utilizing VA and tuition assistance educational benefits.

NOVA ESL

Some of our students want access to American higher education, some want entry or advancement in the workforce, and some want to improve their English language skills.

NOVA has two programs to help students improve their English language skills - College ESL and the American Culture and Language Institute (ACLI). Students can enroll in the NOVA ESL program that meets their needs.

Undocumented/DACA Students

This website is dedicated to promoting the success of current and prospective NOVA DREAMers. DREAMer(s) is an inclusive term for undocumented students with and without Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). NOVA is committed to creating a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable Virginia by fostering excellence in higher education. As the most diverse institution of higher education in Virginia, NOVA is driven by a  core commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity.

Student Clubs

For a list of active Student Clubs and how to start a student club, please see the Clubs & Organization Webpage for more information