General
Paying for College
NOVA
Classes
Manassas Campus
100

How long does it usually take to get an Associate's degree? (Assuming student is full time)

2 years

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What is room & board?

Costs for living on campus (accommodations, food, activity fees, etc.)

100

What are NOVA's school colors?

Green and Gold

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True or False- You have to know what you are going to study before coming to college.

False

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Where can you go for research help?

NOVA Library (MC 129)! 

OR access research help anytime on the library's 24/7 chat service.

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How long does it usually take to get a bachelor's degree? (Assuming student is full time)

4 years

200

What is the difference between a loan and a grant?

A loan is borrowed money which will eventually need to be paid back.


A grant (or scholarship) is awarded to a student with no expectation of repayment. 

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What is the name of NOVA's mascot?

Ace the Nighthawk

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True or False- Attendance counts towards your grade.
True
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Where do you go for questions about your academic journey and registration?

Advising Office- Oak Hill (MOH 10370)

Also, check your Advisement Report in SIS!

300

How long does it usually take to get a Master's degree? (Assuming student is full time)

2 years

300

List two expenses associated with college aside from tuition.

Books, room & board, parking, transportation technology fees, activity fees, application fees, food.
300

How many physical NOVA campuses are there?

6

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How many credits do you need to be enrolled in to be considered full time?

At least 12 credits (about 4 classes).

300

Where do you go to purchase or rent textbooks?

Manassas Campus Bookstore- Parish Hall, first floor

The library and the bookstore are NOT the same!

400

This is a type of school that trains students in areas like Welding, Automotive, HVAC, or Engineering Tech.

Technical College or Trade School

400

What is the average cost for private college per year in the US?

$42,162

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Approximately how many students attend NOVA?

51,896 (2022)

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How do you register for classes online? 

MyNOVA- SIS (Student Information System)

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Where do you go to get your NOVA Card (student ID)?

NOVA Card/ Parking office- Oak Hill (MOH 10356)

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What does A.A. and A.A.S. stand for in college?

Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science

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What is the FAFSA? 

Free Application for Federal Student Aid
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What year was NOVA founded?

1965

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Can you be a fully remote student at NOVA?

Yes, many classes and some programs can be completed entirely at a distance.

500

What famous historic landmark is located directly next to the NOVA Manassas Campus?

Manassas National Battlefield Park

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