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Individuals may enroll in on Grounds courses on a part-time basis, without applying to a degree program, by registering as a Community Scholar through the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Many day and evening classes are open to Community Scholars on a space available basis and by permission to:
In the fall and spring, individuals may register for classes in all schools and colleges at the University, except the School of Engineering and Applied Science, School of Medicine, Darden School of Business, the School of Law, the School of Education and Human Development and the School of Data Science.
Community Scholar students planning to enroll in the Summer term, with the exception of classes offered by the School of Continuing and Professional Studies, will need to register through the Summer Session Office, summer.virginia.edu.
See the full list of schools and the requirements for each school.
Instructor permission is required for all classes, labs or discussion sections. A copy of the email from the instructor granting permission will be accepted as proof of instructor permission. Additional signatures may be required by select schools and colleges (noted below), and for certain courses. Several schools and colleges restrict the number of courses eligible under Community Scholar.
Individuals registering as Community Scholars are governed by the University add/drop dates and refund policies and are responsible for reviewing and abiding by Community Scholar policies listed in the University academic record.
The University reserves the right to not enroll an individual based on class size or lack of prerequisite education.
Individuals with a minimum of a high school diploma may register in no more than two courses each fall and spring, along with any dependent laboratory or discussion sessions, for a maximum of 11.5 credits. All course prerequisites must be met, and proof of an undergraduate degree is required for graduate-level courses (UVA alumni do not require verification).
Academically advanced high school juniors and seniors may be granted permission to register in one course per term, after meeting all eligibility requirements. First-time high school and home school students must complete an interview and/or attend an orientation session. For more information please contact Kathryn Buzzoni at [email protected].
New community scholars wishing to enroll at the University of Virginia must:
Some schools require additional permissions/steps.
See the full list of schools and the requirements for each school.
Returning community scholars wishing to enroll at the University of Virginia must:
Some schools require additional permissions/steps.
See the full list of schools and the requirements for each school.
First-time high school and home school students must complete an interview and/or attend an orientation session. For more information please contact Kathryn Buzzoni at [email protected].
First-time high school and home school students must complete an interview and/or attend an orientation session. For more information please contact Kathryn Buzzoni at [email protected].
Please click the school name below for additional information on enrollment processes and instructions.
The signature of the School’s Registrar Sharon McDonald (434.924.3937 or [email protected]) is required AFTER obtaining the instructor’s signature. A lifetime maximum of four courses may be taken as a Community Scholar.
For all English courses number 8000 and above, advance approval is required. Contact Victoria Olwell ([email protected]).
For all Psychology courses, advance approval is required. Contact the department at [email protected] before seeking the instructor’s permission.
For all Chemistry courses, please contact Cindy Knight at [email protected] to secure departmental approval before seeking instructor permission.
Advance approval is required. Official/unofficial transcripts, including transcripts from UVA, and documentation of instructor permission must be submitted with the Class Registration Form for Community Scholar, at least two weeks prior to the start of classes. The SCPS Registrar will submit transcripts, forms, and documentation of instructor permission to the Batten School Registrar for approval. Community Scholars may not enroll in classes required for the Master of Public Policy. However, they may be eligible to enroll in elective courses, most of which are numbered in the 6700s.
For all courses numbered 3000 and above, advance approval is required. Community Scholars may not register for courses numbered from 3010 – 3060. Official/unofficial transcripts, including transcripts from UVA, must be submitted with the Class Registration Form for Community Scholar, at least two weeks prior to the start of classes. The SCPS Registrar will submit transcripts and forms to the Commerce School for the Dean’s approval and instructor signature.
Registrations for adults are handled directly through the School of Engineering & Applied Science and not through SCPS. Contact the SEAS Undergraduate Registrar at 434-924-6326 or [email protected] for more details. High school students wishing to take an engineering course still register through SCPS as Community Scholars.
Community Scholars may only register for certain NUIP courses. Please check with the School's Registrar, by emailing [email protected] for eligible options. After securing instructor's signature/email approval, please secure the signature/email approval of the School's Registrar.