FAQs

Does Especially for Nonprofits have a refund policy?
 
Especially for Nonprofits no longer offers refunds unless a class is cancelled. If you are unable to attend a class, someone from your organization is welcome to take your seat if you notify the office at least 48 hours before the class starts. We do not offer credits in exchange for a refund.
 
Why do you need my Social Security number and home information?
Especially for Nonprofit Organizations is an academic program at VCU. Your Social Security number is preferred as your student ID number, and your home contact information is needed for your student record. Additionally, having your home phone number provides another way for program staff to reach you if a class is cancelled or changes at the last minute. All student data is secured and not made available to other entities.

How do I drop a class?
If you find that you cannot attend a class for which you have preregistered, please contact the program office by phone immediately. Although we do not offer refunds, this allows the office to offer your space to another student interested in the course.

Do academic credits from Especially for Nonprofit Organizations apply to other degree programs?
It is up to the school or department in which you are pursuing a degree to decide if they will count the credits toward your degree. Contact your adviser to see if the credits will transfer.

How can I receive a passing grade on my VCU transcript?
All students need to attend the entirety of both classes and complete the work assigned by their instructor to guarantee a passing grade on their VCU transcript. Especially for Nonprofits classes are for academic credit. Failure to complete requirements will result in a failing grade on your academic transcript.

Will class be held in the case of inclement weather?
If VCU is closed because of inclement weather, our classes will not meet. If VCU is operating on a delayed schedule, our classes will meet but will adhere to the delayed schedule. You can watch or listen to local news sources for information about cancellations and delays.

The VCU inclement weather number is (804) 828-6736, or you can check the Internet at www.vcu.edu/alert. We are unable to issue refunds if you decide not to attend a class because of inclement weather or illness.

How can I get a copy of my transcript?
To receive an unofficial or official copy of your VCU transcript, please visit Student Registration located in Founder’s Hall.

How do I get my grades?
Grades are turned into the office at the end of an academic semester. Once received, the office processes them in VCU’s system. Transcripts will reflect the most updated information approximately one month after the end of the semester.

What if I turned in a hard copy assignment and I want it returned after being graded?
Assignments that aren’t returned by the instructor via e-mail will be made available at the office at the end of the semester if the instructor turns them into the office. Please call the office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. to arrange a time to pick them up.