NOVA: Northern VA Community College

Northern Virginia Community College

Since 1965, Northern Virginia Community College has offered a world-class education at an affordable price. NOVA is the largest supplier of talent in Northern Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the United States, comprised of more than 80,000 students and 3,400 faculty and staff members. We welcome students of all ages from all backgrounds with the ultimate goal of ensuring every student succeeds, every program achieves, and every community prospers.

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Undocumented/DACA Students

This website is dedicated to promote the success of current and prospective NOVA DREAMers. DREAMer(s) is an inclusive term for undocumented students both with and without Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). NOVA is committed to creating a more diverse, inclusive and equitable Virginia by fostering excellence in higher education. As the most diverse institution of higher education in Virginia, NOVA is driven by a core commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity.

Northern Virginia Community College welcomes students from all around the world. Subsequently, this website aims to provide the most up-to-date information and guidance to students, faculty/staff, and our community partners with various opportunities to engage, educate, and support DREAMers. In our commitment to foster inclusive and equitable learning opportunities, we believe that every student deserves a safe and welcoming experience where they can thrive and achieve their goals.