Congratulations to students nearing the completion of a certificate or degree! A student must submit an Application for Graduation for the process of conferring a certificate or degree to begin. If you plan to graduate this Summer, you must submit an Application for Graduation by June 1. Learn more about preparing for graduation by visiting the Graduation Process website.
Category Archives: Current Students
Summer Session 2024 Has Begun!
The summer session has begun. Below are a few tips to help the session get off to a good start.
- Review each course syllabus. Note due dates as well as contact information for the professor and preferred method of contact.
- Create a schedule for studying and completing assignments.
- Check the academic calendar. Identify and take note of key dates for a session.
- Visit the Student Resource Course located on your Canvas Dashboard to make sure you are aware of and utilizing features of Canvas.
- Connect with NOVA – Access the Virtual Student Union to connect with other students and keep up-to-date with events.
Congratulations Graduates!
The following are a few items to add to your to do list:
- Pause and reflect. Take time to appreciate all you have accomplished.
- Update or create your resume. As an alumni, you have access to Career Connection, NOVA’s job & internship database for students. Utilize the resume builder tool if you need help getting started.
- Request your transcript. Order a copy for yourself as well as copies to provide to appropriate parties based on your goals.
- Stay connected to NOVA by joining NOVA’s Alumni and Friends Network.
- Take care of yourself. Find helpful resources, including a Virtual Self-Care Kit, on the Office of Mental Health and Wellness website.
Congratulations and best wishes!
Time for Reflection – Spring 2024
As the spring semester comes to an end, now is a good time for reflection. Take a moment to reflect on what went well for you this semester as well as what did not go well. Take another moment to consider what changes you may want to make as you move forward with working towards the achievement of your academic and professional goals.
Below are links to resources you may find helpful.
Registration for Fall 2024 Has Begun!
Registration for Fall 2024 is in progress. Classes for the first session of the fall semester begins on May 20.
Students who are pursuing a certificate or degree at NOVA should view their Academic Advising Report available through the Student Information System prior to registering. The report indicates requirements that have and have not been satisfied for a specific program of study.
Students planning to satisfy the requirements for a certificate or degree this fall should apply for graduation. The deadline to apply for graduation for the fall semester is October 1.
See below for information about resources to help you with your planning.
Apply for Graduation by March 1
Congratulations to students nearing the completion of a certificate or degree! A student must submit an Application for Graduation for the process of conferring a certificate or degree to begin. If you plan to graduate this Spring, you must submit an Application for Graduation by March 1. Learn more about preparing for graduation by visiting the Graduation Process website.
Summer 2024 Registration Begins Today!
Registration for Summer 2024 begins today. Classes for the first session of the summer term begin on May 20.
Students who are pursuing a certificate or degree at NOVA should view their Academic Advising Report available through the Student Information System prior to registering. The report indicates requirements that have and have not been satisfied for a specific program of study.
Students planning to satisfy the requirements for a certificate or degree this summer should apply for graduation. The deadline to apply for graduation for the summer term is June 1.
See below for information about resources to help you with your planning.
Happy First Day of Classes!
The spring semester has begun. Below are a few tips to help your semester get off to a good start.
- Review each course syllabus. Note due dates as well as contact information for the professor and preferred method of contact.
- Create a schedule for studying and completing assignments.
- Check the academic calendar. Identify and take note of key dates for a session.
- Access the Canvas and EdTech Resources for Students course in Canvas to make sure you are aware of and utilizing features of Canvas.
- Connect with NOVA – Access the Virtual Student Union to participate in events!
Spring 2024 Registration for Current Students
Registration for Spring 2024 is in progress. Classes for the first session of the spring semester begin on January 16.
Students who are pursuing a certificate or degree at NOVA should view their Academic Advising Report available through the Student Information System prior to registering. The report indicates requirements that have and have not been satisfied for a specific program of study.
Students planning to satisfy the requirements for a certificate or degree this spring should apply for graduation. The deadline to apply for graduation is March 1.
See below for information about resources to help you with your planning.
Registration in Progress for Winter Session and Spring 2024
Registration for the winter session and spring semester is in progress. Classes for the winter session begin on December 18. Classes for the first session of the spring semester begin on January 16.
View NOVA’s academic calendar for information about session lengths and important dates. Scroll to the bottom of the calendar for information about sessions offered through NOVA Online.
Classes may be offered in an asynchronous or synchronous format. Classes following an asynchronous format are offered through NOVA Online and with few exceptions, do not require any on-site or real-time meetings. Classes following a synchronous format are offered through a NOVA campus and may require on-site meetings and/or meetings online via Zoom in real-time.
View the Schedule of Classes to learn more about class offerings. Use the Search for A Class feature to search for classes of interest. Select NOVA Online as the Location option to search for sections of classes offered through NOVA Online. You will register for classes through NOVA’s student information system. Registration closes at 11:59 pm on the day prior to a session start date.
If you are new to NOVA, view the Ready to Become a Nighthawk? post for guidance on getting started.