Non-Degree Seeking (NDS) Students

William & Mary offers limited enrollment access to non-degree seeking students during the fall and spring terms. During the summer term, W&M offers access without the requirements that exist in the fall and spring terms. All NDS students are required to review the Student Policies & Resources before enrolling in classes.

Graduate Courses

Apply as a Non-Degree Seeking (NDS) Student

If you are interested in taking graduate courses as a non-degree seeking student, select the Graduate School for additional application details. All NDS questions should be directed to the appropriate school.

For Graduate Arts & Sciences courses, the non-degree seeking application is due least 10 business days prior to the first day of the term (check the academic calendar for term dates). 

Graduate Arts & Sciences courses (numbered 500 and above) are restricted to degree seeking students. NDS students must obtain permission from the instructor and the department's director of graduate studies prior to admission.

All non-degree seeking students are required to complete the online Financial Responsibility Agreement form.