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Through CCRV, students can work toward completing the UCGS (or the smaller Passport Program) while still in high school. Completing the UCGS before high school graduation gives you a block of general education credits that transfer smoothly to Virginia public colleges and many private colleges.
UCGS (Uniform Certificate of General Studies)
- A certificate program (about 31–32 credits) that covers general education coursework accepted across Virginia public colleges and universities. Typically 1st year of college.
To join CCRV through NVCC, students must:
- Be a current high school junior or senior.
- Be enrolled (or enroll) in NVCC Dual Enrollment. If not yet enrolled, students must complete the NOVA application to get a student ID before participating.
- Meet college readiness and course placement criteria under NVCC / Virginia Community College System guidelines.
Steps to Participate in CCRV and Enroll in UCGS
1. Talk with your counselor and your family to ensure UCGS is a good option for you and your college and career plans
2. Apply for dual enrollment at NVCC
3. Submit CCRV Declaration Form (fall 2026 Declaration will open on April 15, 2026).
4. Review your specific schools CCRV pathway for UCGS
5. Register for courses through the DE portal
6. Track progress in MyNOVA
- Courses are free for CCRV students; however, students may be responsible for textbooks and materials for NOVA online courses.
- UCGS NOVA online courses will only count towards college credits and will appear on the NOVA transcript
- Dual Enrolled courses taken at your school will appear in the APS transcript and earn quality point
- If a course you need isn’t offered at your school, NOVA can provide it online at no cost.
- See CCRV Frequently Asked Questions