What is a non-degree student? Non-degree simply means that you are intending to complete a certificate program or enroll in individual courses outside of a degree program. Some students only need one or two summer courses and many of our online courses transfer to your college.
Are you planning to take one course? We recommend contacting our enrollment team with the form below to confirm that the course is available in the term you desire. Some courses may have prerequisites.
We offer many online certificates at ODU. Explore our certificate listing.
Among online students surveyed on their overall experiences with ODU. Explore our students online experience.
Choose the undergraduate or graduate application based on your intended program or course. Select "non-degree" for your student type on the application.
ODU also offers non-credit courses and bootcamps that can help you gain new skills and improve your career options. Some courses may count as Continuing Education Credits toward maintaining a professional license.
To take non-credit courses, you don't have to apply to ODU. Just sign up for the course you want to take through the Continuing Education website.
