Online Courses

NICC offers a broad range of online courses. They provide a convenient form of coursework if a student wishes to earn college credits without attending classes on campus. Tuition for online courses is the same as for all other college credit courses and students enrolled in them are eligible for financial aid. Online classes are conducted during the regular semester, schedule with classes starting the same time as on-campus classes begin. Registration for online courses is completed in the same way as for other college credit courses. To learn the basics of online courses, click here.

For more information on online courses, check out these frequently asked questions. If you are unsure whether an online course is right for you, take this quiz and find out.

Frequently Asked Questions
  1. How do I register for these classes and what is the cost?
    Registration for Online classes is the same as traditional classes. The cost is the same.
  2. How is the testing done for this class?
    Unless specified otherwise by your instructor, students will test Online for these courses. If an on-campus testing location is required, a list of testing locations is available (need to get). Need another testing location not listed? Print and send a permission sheet to the NICC Distance Learning Department.
  3. Is this class transferable to another college?
    Transferability of any college course, regardless of the delivery method, rests with the institution to which they plan to transfer. Students should contact a counselor at that institution.
  4. Is the total class done 'Online'?
    Unless specified otherwise by your instructor, the entire class is done 'online'.
  5. Can I begin this class at any time during the semester?
    Online classes begin and finish according to the regular semester. Assignments and tests are due by specific dates but you are free to work at your own pace within these time frames.