About Our Students
NOVA’s College ESL students come from diverse backgrounds and countries. No matter where you come from and your goals, you will fit at NOVA.
Our students include:
- recent graduates of foreign high schools and universities who have come to the U.S. to study.
- permanent residents of the U.S. who have lived here for several years.
- undocumented immigrants who have graduated from Virginia high schools.
- those who have not finished high school either in the U.S. or their home country.
- workers in retail stores, restaurants, banks, medical offices and other places.
- those who are taking courses for their degree or certificate while they are improving their English skills.
- students who are planning to transfer to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at a university.
- those who want to improve their English reading, writing, and presentation skills to expand their work opportunities.
For more information about the College ESL program, read our FAQ.