Dual Enrollment with Northern Virginia Community College Student Checklist

Use this checklist to manage the process of signing up for any Dual Enrollment Class.

Step 1: Discuss

  • Discuss your plan to take dual enrollment courses with your parent or guardian and high school counselor.
  • Meet with your high school counseling office to learn more about your options for enrollment
  • Follow the steps to request the specific courses offered through your high school.

Step 2: Verify Eligibility

Work with your high school counselor to verify you meet the college readiness requirements and all prerequisites .

Step 3: Apply to NOVA

Applying to NOVA is free.  Submit your NOVA application online . Follow the guidelines provided.

After you submit the application online, you will receive a:

  1. Seven digit Student ID (EMPLID)

    NOVA Student IDs are used to identify students in myNOVA and for college records and transcripts.

  2. Username

    You will use this to login to myNOVA and NOVA’s Canvas site

  3. Temporary password.

    This password is good for 24 hours. You must:

    1. Log in
    2. Reset your password

Step 4: Select Your Courses

  • Using the Dual Enrollment registration packet you have received from your school counselor, follow the instructions to select your DE class(es) on the DE portal.
  • The DE portal will be located on your myNOVA account landing page after you sign in.
  • After you have selected your DE class(es), your parent or guardian will receive an email or text message from NOVA.
    • They will be asked to provide their consent/permission for their student to participate in Dual Enrollment courses.
    • If parental consent is not received, NOVA DE will not enroll students in their selected courses at the beginning of the school year.
  • Make sure you enter a valid email address or phone number for parent or guardian approval.

Step 5: Prepare

Student Orientation

Students are required to attend the virtual NOVA Dual Enrollment orientation after registering for classes. The NOVA DE orientation will outline:

  • The Dual Enrollment program
  • Important policies and procedures
  • Student resources

Accommodations

Students with Individualized Education Plan’s (IEPs) or 504 Plans must apply for a Memorandum of Accommodations (MOA) for their Dual Enrollment courses . Any accommodations for the NOVA course and grade must be on record at NOVA.

NOVACard

NOVACard is your official ID for Northern Virginia Community College. Stop by your nearest NOVACard office to verify your identity and have your account activated. The NOVACard is offered as both:

All NOVA students are encouraged to get a free NOVACard to access benefits and services.

NOVA Grades and Transcript

Check your final NOVA grades and request an unofficial NOVA transcript in your myNOVA account. Learn more about the official transcripts request process .