ODU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 90.36%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1190. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,750
- Out-of-State Tuition: $33,780
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at ODU:
- Total Enrollment: 23,743, including 8,616 online students
- 17,746 Undergraduate, 5,997 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44% men, 56% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 46%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 77%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 209 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 78 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 74 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
ODU Overview
Old Dominion University (ODU) is a four-year, public school located in Norfolk, VA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The ODU's tuition & fees is $12,750 for Virginia residents and $33,780 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,161.
The school has a total enrollment of 23,743 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
ODU's acceptance rate is 90.36% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.94%. The median SAT score is 1190 and the ACT score is 26.
ODU ranked 269th in National Universities and 30th in Virginia Colleges rankings. Old Dominion University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Old Dominion University is $12,750 for in-state students and $33,780 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $15,390 for in-state students and $36,174 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,257 for Virginia residents and $34,936 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,952 for Virginia residents and $37,379 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,750 | $33,780 |
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| Graduate | $15,390 | $36,174 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,257 | $34,936 |
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| Graduate | $15,952 | $37,379 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Old Dominion University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at ODU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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