Laurel Ridge Community College to Shenandoah Co-Enrollment
Welcome, Laurel Ridge students!
Earn Shenandoah University credit while you complete your associate degree at Laurel Ridge Community College. Through our Co-Enrollment option, you may take up to three Shenandoah courses (each 3–4 credits) at Laurel Ridge tuition rates, get comfortable with SU’s campus and community, and experience the academic challenge you’ll find as a future Hornet.
| Application Opens | Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | Spring 2026 | January 8, 2026 |
Submit Your Co-Enrollment Application
Required: Indicate the Laurel Ridge Advisor you’ve worked with to confirm you’ve met the requirements and who will approve your co-enrollment. If you haven’t connected with them already, please make sure you do so to discuss the co-enrollment process: advising@laurelridge.edu or 540-868-7110.
Check your email
You’ll receive a confirmation email with next steps. It’s critical to check the email address you list—our offices will use it first.
Advising outreach (48–72 business hours)
SU’s Office of Academic Advising contacts you to review options and assist with course registration. If a course has prerequisites, be ready to provide an unofficial transcript or proof of completion.
Claim your SU credentials
You’ll get instructions to claim your SUNet login. Do this right away to access Hornet Hub, Canvas, and other SU systems.
Finalize and pay
Payment information is in Hornet Hub. You’ll register with Advising and pay Laurel Ridge tuition rates for your SU courses (up to three total courses during co-enrollment). All students participating must meet Shenandoah payment deadlines and standards. Students using aid at Laurel Ridge will use the standard consortium agreement process outlined here: https://laurelridge.edu/financial-aid/consortium-agreements/
Who’s Eligible for Co-Enrollment
To be considered, you must:
- Be enrolled at Laurel Ridge in the A.S. Education, A.S. Social Science, or A.S. Business Administration and intend to complete that degree before finishing a bachelor’s at SU.
- Have completed at least 15 credits of general education toward your associate’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA in both Laurel Ridge and SU classes while co-enrolled.
- If you haven’t already spoken to a Laurel Ridge advisor, submit an inquiry here and meet with them prior to applying.
Questions? Email Shenandoah Transfer Admissions: sutran@su.edu
Note: Co-enrolled visiting students do not select courses on the application form. Course selection happens with SU Advising after you complete the co-enrollment form.
Why Choose Laurel Ridge to SU Co-Enrollment
- SU academic credit for approved courses (appears on an SU transcript).
- Laurel Ridge tuition rates for the SU courses you take while co-enrolled.
- Early access to SU’s learning & campus environment—faculty, Canvas, and student systems—so your transfer feels seamless.
- You will receive an SU ID: Hornet Card, giving you exclusive access to campus events where you can connect with fellow Shenandoah Students on campus
Access & Resources
- Accounts & systems: You’ll receive a SUNet login, Shenandoah ID, SU email, Hornet Hub access, and Canvas access after your record is created.
- iML technology/equipment: Not included for co-enrolled visiting students.
- Students under 18: Parent/guardian consent is required before we can provide access to Google-based services (SU email, Google Docs, etc.). We’ll send instructions if this applies to you.
- Parking: Parking pass options are available year-round (Fall, Spring, Summer). You will not need to pay as a co-enrolled student, but you must register your car with our Department of Campus Safety. We’ll send details for how to do this after you enroll.
- Activities: Many campus events and activities are open to visiting students; details vary by activity. Check with Advising or Hornet Central for specifics.
After You Submit Your Co-Enrollment Application
You’ll receive:
- A submission confirmation from Transfer Admissions summarizing eligibility and next steps.
- Advising contact within 48–72 business hours to help with course registration.
- An email to claim your SUNet credentials (time-sensitive—please act immediately).
- A follow-up message confirming that your credentials are active.
Continue to check your email—different SU offices may contact you with steps needed for registration, payment, and access to other resources.
Earn your Bachelor’s Degree
Important Reminders
- You may complete up to three SU courses (3–4 credits each) at Laurel Ridge tuition rates while co-enrolled.
- You do not choose courses on the co-enrollment form; course placement happens with SU Advising.
- Keep your email up to date and check it often—most steps are time-sensitive.
- Some courses require prerequisites; be ready to provide documentation.
Ready to Get Started?
Need Help?
SU Transfer Admissions
sutran@su.edu | 540-665-4581
SU Advising questions
advising@su.edu | 540-545-7323
Laurel Ridge Advising questions
advising@laurelridge.edu | 540-868-7110
What Comes Next?
After you’ve completed your co-enrollment courses, you can apply to become a degree-seeking SU student using our Transfer Application for Admission. This helps you move smoothly into your SU bachelor’s program.