Not every student at Batten is pursuing a degree — and that's perfectly fine. Whether you're visiting from another institution, auditing a course for personal enrichment, or building professional skills, there's a path here for you.
Ways to Take Classes
Visiting Students
Currently enrolled at another institution and want to take a class at Batten to transfer back to your home school. The Visiting Student Application is primarily used for Summer Session and January Term.
Non-Degree Students
Taking coursework for credit without working toward a degree. Students who decide to pursue a degree at a later date will need to reapply as a degree-seeking student.
Audit Students
Taking courses without receiving academic credit. Enrollment is on a space-available basis and audited courses cannot be changed to credit status later.
- Official Audit — Regular tuition rate; noted on transcript
- Audit — $50/credit hour; no documentation
- Unofficial — Free for enrolled Batten students; no record
- Senior Citizen — $50/course for ages 62+
Programs & Resources
Continuing Education
Hundreds of online professional development and career training courses in business, IT, writing, accounting, and more.
GEM Program
Online general education courses for Community College of the Air Force students, offered across four mini-terms per year.
Educator Recertification
Courses for Virginia-licensed teachers seeking certification renewal or advancement. Over 70% tuition discount with valid DOE licensure.
Robert Nusbaum Center
A forum for interfaith dialogue, education, and collaboration around religious freedom in a diverse world.
Lifelong Learning Institute
Non-credit courses for Westminster-Canterbury residents in art, history, political science, and more — taught by Batten faculty at no cost.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're here for one course or an ongoing program, we'll help you find the right fit.
757.455.3208 · enrollment@batten.edu
Continuing Education: ceinfo@batten.edu · 757.233.8789
