Next Steps After Applying to NOVA

Below are steps to take after you have applied to NOVA, addressed holds on your record, and viewed New2NOVA.

  1. Review NOVA Online Orientation website.
  2. Review program and course information –
  3. Communicate with a counselor (NOLCounseling@nvcc.edu) if you have any questions about programs of study or course selection.
  4. Enroll in courses –
  5. Review payment information and pay for courses.
  6. Purchase course materials through the bookstore. For NOVA Online materials select Alexandria campus and NOVA Online for campus option.
  7. Prepare to begin your course(s) by accessing Canvas. You should have access to a course site up to 3 days prior to the course start date, but no later than the course start date.