Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) a Partner College
About Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)
Since 1964 NOVA has provided students with a quality and convenient educational experience at an affordable price. Under the leadership of President Robert G. Templin, Jr., NOVA is the largest educational institution in Virginia and the second-largest community college in the US, comprising of more than 75,000 students and 2,600 faculty and staff members.
NOVA is also one of the most internationally diverse colleges in the US, with a student body consisting of individuals from more than 180 countries. The College offers certificate programs and more than 160 degrees at the associate’s level.
Located near Washington, D.C., NOVA consists of six campuses – Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, MEC (Springfield) and Woodbridge and four educational centers. The College also offers distance learning programs through our Extended Learning Institute.
NOVA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Learn more about Northern Virginia Community College at www.nvcc.edu.
The following pages provide additional information:
- Earn Credit for StraighterLine Courses at Northern Virginia Community College
Northern Virginia Community College accepts many of StraighterLine’s college-level courses for full credit. - Application Process at NOVA
Apply whenever you are ready through NOVA’s online application. - NOVA Tuition Rates
NOVA offers affordable tuition and an installment payment plan. - Guaranteed Admissions to Four-Year Colleges from NOVA
Students who graduate from NOVA with an associate's degree and the required minimum grade point average are guaranteed admission to a variety of colleges and universities. - Distance Learning at NOVA
NOVA offers the flexibility to enroll in online courses from anywhere in the world. - Virtual Tour of NOVA
NOVA’s virtual tour will guide you on an interactive journey as you visit our 6 campuses and 4 centers.
Student Testimonials
"I’m in the Business Administration program at NOVA because I enjoy numbers. I’m intrigued by the study of how corporations develop financial analyses and the ways people spend and invest their money.
Attending NOVA has taught me that community colleges are a smart financial move. You don’t have to stress about expenses. You can take your core credits and transfer them to a four-year institution. There are a lot of notable colleges and universities in Virginia that you can transfer to from NOVA. It’s a win-win situation."
To learn more about NOVA’s students, read other comments on the Faces of NOVA Web page.
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