Norfolk, VA

Old Dominion University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Old Dominion University is a four-year, public school located in Norfolk, VA.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Old Dominion University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 15,100 applied, 13,645 accepted, and 2,721 enrolled in ODU.
1,232 men and 1,481 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,190 SAT, 26 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,190 and ACT score is 26. The SAT score of 1190 is good, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total110011901280
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing570610650
Math530580630
ACT Score
Composite242629
Math202528
English222529
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $12,750 for Virginia residents and $33,780 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $15,390 for Virginia residents and $36,174 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.42% compared to last year at Old Dominion University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

11,709 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $10,682.
For freshmen, 2,848 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,006.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 23,743 students enrolled ODU in 2025.
By gender, 10,454 men and 13,289 women students are enrolled.
There are 17,746 undergraduate and 5,997 graduate students.
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209 Major Programs

  • 78 programs through online
  • 74 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of ODU is 46% and the transfer-out rate is 25%.
The retention rate is 77% for full-time and 77% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
46%
Transfer-out Rate
25%
Retention Rate
77%
Students to Faculty Ratio
13 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,644 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for ODU and the average faculty salary is $94,974. The studetns to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.
There are 3,551 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $74,459.
Number of Faculties
1,644
Average Faculty Salary
$94,974
Number of Staffs
3,551
Average Staff Salary
$74,459

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Old Dominion University is a member of Conference USA (C-USA).
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