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Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University is a large, public institution located in Norfolk, va. Founded in 1930, Old Dominion University offers undergraduate degrees in 166 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 18,152 undergraduates
cost $11,220
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Admissions

Will I get into Old Dominion University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 95.1%
SAT score average 1172
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee N/A
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Old Dominion University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Engineering and Technology

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Biology, General
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Criminology

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,220
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,480
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $29,000
Financial aid package $19,494
Estimated cost $9,506 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $31,170
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,480
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $48,950
Financial aid package $19,494
Estimated cost $29,456 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Old Dominion University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 18,152, with gender binary students split 45% male and 55% female.

Total enrollment

22,541

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
32%
African American %
25%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
5%
Unknown %
26%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Old Dominion University, students love their Student Government Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23529
phone 757-683-3000
address www.odu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Student activities council

Global monarchs

Indian students association

Asian pacific american student union

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Old Dominion University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Old Dominion University?

Old Dominion University is located in Norfolk, va.

What is the acceptance rate at Old Dominion University? 

The acceptance rate for Old Dominion University is 95%.

What’s the average GPA for Old Dominion University?

The average high school GPA for Old Dominion University students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Old Dominion University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Old Dominion University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $116,000.

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