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Old Dominion University
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  • 4 Year
  • NORFOLK, VA

Report Card

grade B minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B minus
  2. Value
    grade B
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade B
  5. Athletics
    grade A minus
  6. Party Scene
    grade A
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade B+
  9. Dorms
    grade B minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade B+
  11. Student Life
    grade A minus
  12. Safety
    grade C

About

5115 HAMPTON BLVD
NORFOLK, VA 23529
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Conference USA
From Old Dominion University

We are a diverse student body learning alongside award-winning faculty in nearly 100 undergraduate programs, many supported by undergraduate research opportunities and guaranteed practical experiences. We are a vibrant local community as "unique" as your interest and in need of your voice, drive, and passion. We are committed to an affordable education enhanced by the resources of an R1 research institution. We are Monarchs and invite you to consider the benefits of becoming one!

Old Dominion University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96%
SAT Range
1020-1220
ACT Range
20-27
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$17,254 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$7,702 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
91%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
70%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 251 responses
54%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 332 responses
56%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 332 responses

Majors

ODU is an R1 Research Institution

academic spotlight

In December 2021 Old Dominion University joined a prestigious group of of just 137, or 5%, of four-year research institutions with the R1 classification in the nation. To be considered R1, universities must meet benchmarks across 10 indicators, including research doctorates awarded, total research expenditures, the aggregate level of research activity and the number of research staff.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
28
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
2
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
26
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    34%
  • On Campus
    27%
  • Online
    39%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
15,582 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
7,525
Undergrads Over 25
37%
Pell Grant
42%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 246 responses
  • Diverse
    36%
  • Anywhere from independent to diverse.
    27%
  • Driven
    15%
  • Average
    10%
  • Broke
    5%
  • Outgoing
    3%
  • Stressed
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
55%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 377 responses
Poll
68%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 439 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 271 responses
  • Diverse
    54%
  • Something for everyone
    21%
  • Diverse and something for everyone
    11%
  • Meh.
    3%
  • Great quality, lower cost
    3%
  • Transitional
    3%
  • Building blocks
    2%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,700 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
49%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%
84%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 197 responses

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