High school students taking NOVA courses online or on campus are designated as independent dual enrollment students. Students can request enrollment to earn college credits prior to high school graduation by following the outlined steps below. Students are responsible for the tuition and fees. Students cannot enroll themselves in courses at NOVA. Account holds are in place to prevent students from enrolling until after high school graduation.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about Independent Dual Enrollment Options at NOVA. Learn how to get started, access your account, and search the online catalog.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Discuss taking independent dual enrollment courses with a parent/guardian and high school counselor. Review the NOVA Catalog and Schedule of Classes to select course(s). You can also search for a NOVA class in SIS. The admissions process must be completed at least two weeks prior to the start of class.
The application process is free and must be completed online.
After submission, you will receive a 7-digit Student ID number (EMPLID), username and temporary password to set up your myNOVA account.
A Social Security number is not required to be on file; however, failure to provide one may limit or delay access to services where the number is required by federal or state law (ex. tax reporting, receiving financial aid after high school graduation).
All high school students must demonstrate college readiness outlined under Dual Enrollment Admission and Placement Criteria. Certain courses (for example: English, math and science) require prerequisites or specific placement testing. Students must meet all placement requirements for each course requested. Students must submit a current high school or homeschool transcript with their independent DE request. Additional test scores (PSAT, SAT, ACT or AP) may be submitted with request to show readiness.
A completed DE recommendation form is due each NOVA semester.
Homeschool students must provide a copy of a homeschool agreement approved by the school district, a letter from the local school board, or a copy of the letter filed by the parent/legal guardian declaring homeschool for religious exemption.
High school students cannot enroll themselves in courses at NOVA. Account holds are in place to prevent students from enrolling until after high school graduation. If approved, a DE Coordinator will register and confirm the enrollment via email. Be sure to monitor your email and confirm your class schedule in SIS through your myNOVA account.
If not approved or a course section is full, a DE Coordinator will email to provide alternative options, if available.
Students are responsible for tuition and fees for courses. Learn about making your tuition payment, payment plans, and payment deadlines for your independent DE classes.
Search for required textbooks/course materials at https://nvcc.bncollege.com/.
Students will be automatically enrolled in NOVA ALL ACCESS ($22.50 per credit hour). Review details about NOVA All Access so you can make an informed decision.
Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) or 504 plans must apply for a Memorandum of Accommodations (MOA) at the college. Any approved accommodations for the NOVA course/grade must be on record at the college.
Once enrolled, you may go to the nearest campus to obtain a NOVACard.
Your course will open in Canvas on or a few days before your course start date.
Even though the Office of Dual Enrollment enrolled you in the course, you are responsible to drop or withdraw from the course.
View the Academic Catalog to plan your degree or certificate pathway at NOVA. You can work with an Independent DE Coordinator to add the academic plan to your account to track your progress by completing e-form 125-345.
Join us for a virtual, DE student orientation to learn about accessing your myNOVA account, understanding course deadlines, making tuition payments, NOVA All Access/purchasing textbooks/course materials, and student support resources.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025
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