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The pressurewon't stop you.

College is a huge life decision. But it doesn't have to be stressful. At NOVA, we'll help you choose your major. Land an internship. Build your resume. Transfer to any four-year university in Virginia. Whatever your goals are, you'll have a community of mentors, advisors, professors and staff who will stop at nothing to help you reach them.

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  • Dedicated advisors and career coaching
  • Guaranteed Admission Agreements (GAA)

Your busy lifewon't stop you.

That includes your job. Your social plans. Your family commitments. Your hobbies. You can keep all of it going at NOVA. Our real-world courses flow with any schedule. Learn at night, on weekends or on the go. With six convenient campuses and the flexibility to start any time, a NOVA education revolves around your life — not the other way around.

Transfer requirementswon't stop you.

When you start at NOVA, you can transfer anywhere with ease. Our guaranteed transfer agreements with every four-year school in Virginia let you finish your bachelor's degree at the university of your choice. And our ADVANCE program makes the transition from NOVA to George Mason University even easier.

Tuition costswon't stop you.

At NOVA, tuition is nearly 60% less than the price of four-year schools. And our flexible payment plans make affording college even easier, with a smaller down payment and smaller monthly or bimonthly payments over time.

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