Virginia Tech provides opportunities for individuals who are not seeking a degree from the university, but who wish to continue their education by taking courses at Virginia Tech for college credit. Non-degree students, or students who are not pursuing a degree at this time, include: highly qualified high school students, students enrolled at other colleges or universities, university faculty/staff, members of the community, senior citizens, or college graduates who wish to take undergraduate-level courses. (NOTE: Non-degree-seeking students who wish to take graduate-level courses must apply through the Graduate School at http://graduateschool.vt.edu as a Commonwealth Scholar.)

Please note, due to U.S. Visa requirements, you must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply as a non-degree-seeking student.

Before beginning the application process, take a look at the brief overview below of how to apply and what to expect.

Step By Step

1. Apply online
2. Submit all supporting documentation by the application deadline. (See the Application Checklist.) Applications that are incomplete at the deadline will be canceled.

What to Expect

Within 24 hours of Virginia Tech's receipt of your application you should receive:

1. An email from admiss@vt.edu when your application has been received (please add admiss@vt.edu to your list of approved senders)
2. A verification email confirming your personal information

When we have received all your materials to complete your application, we will mail you a decision letter. Once you have been offered admission, follow the directions in the letter to be cleared to register for classes.