Adult Studies Program

A quality, private college education that you can afford! Call us at 455-3263 for information or to speak with an Adviser.

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New 4-Credit-Hour Curriculum

In the new format, the standard course will go from three credit hours to four credit hours. You will take fewer courses (30 or 32 vs. 40), and, will spend more time on each course. As a result, you will gain a more in-depth understanding of the subject matter….and will complete your degree more quickly!

The Adult Studies Program Offers

  • Individualized Advising
  • Open House

    Adult Studies Program Open House
    on Thursday May 3rd at 6 p.m.
    in Clarke Hall

    Information Sessions

    Adult Studies Program Teacher Certification Information Session

    Wednesday, May 9th at 6 p.m.
    in Clarke Hall

  • Accelerated Course Formats
  • Night & Weekend Classes
  • Corporate Rate Program
  • Tuition Deferral Program for students
    with employer tuition benefits
  • Financial Aid Eligibility
  • Active Duty Tuition Assistance Rate
  • Military Friendly, VA Certifying
    Official dedicated to adult students

Tuition Comparison per Credit Hour

  • Norfolk State $247 (additional required fees not included)
  • ODU $263 (additional required fees not included)
  • VWC Adult Studies $348 (all inclusive, in- or out of state resident)
  • Christopher Newport  $419
  • Regent University $495 (additional required fees not included)
  • Hampton University $541 (based on 15 credit hrs per semester)

We Offer Degree Programs in:

Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including an accelerated 7-week format, the traditional 14-week semester, weekend classes that meet every other week and modified distance learning formats that
provide you with a variety of choices to fit your educational goals into your busy schedule.

  • Convenient class times weekday evenings and Saturday mornings
  • Adult Incentive Grant for all students significantly reduces tuition cost
  • No time limit on transfer credits
  • Supportive environment for adults with small class sizes
  • Office hours: Monday - Thursday (9 a.m. to 8 p.m.), Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Course Information

  • 2012 Summer Session 1 - 4 Weeks May 29 - June 25
  • 2012 Summer Session 2 - 12 Weeks May 29 - August 16
  • 2012 Summer Session 3 - 7 Weeks May 29 - July 16

See course schedule

The Adult Studies Program provides a quality education – the same as that received by full-time undergraduate students. You’ll use the same textbooks and be taught by talented full-time and adjunct faculty members (not teaching assistants!) who are experts in their fields and have an appreciation for adult learners.

Our classes typically have fewer than 20 students, so you’ll receive direct, personal attention from faculty members. And, you’ll have a knowledgeable academic adviser who will guide you throughout the course of your study. It’s the supportive college environment you've been looking for!

 

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