Outreach & Engagement is your connection to the outstanding faculty, academics, and resources at James Madison University.
What's New …
The Mission
Outreach & Engagement serves as a catalyst by utilizing JMU resources to create mutually beneficial partnerships, advance educational opportunities, and empower individuals and our extended communities.
Having trouble applying?
Contact us at (540) 568-4253.
If you are:
- a student who wants to take a few courses at JMU
- a high school student at the junior or senior level
- a person seeking professional development, teacher recertification, or self-enrichment
Then you are a JMU Community Student (non-degree seeking student)!

Applications take 3-5 business days to be processed.
Check out our Associate Vice Provost's blog, Shaeffer's Forays, at www.shaeffersforays.com
Do you want to apply to one of the following academies or conferences:
- Content Teaching Academy
- Department of Correctional Education Conference
- Shenandoah Valley Governor's School
- Massanutten Governor's School
- Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators (VATIE)
If so, then you want to complete the
Academy/Conference Application
Academy/Conference Application Instructions