Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, USA

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Key Admission Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
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95%
Acceptance Rate
14,435
Students Applied
90%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
1627
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
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Yes
ACT
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Yes
SAT Subject Tests
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Yes
AP Course Credit
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Yes
Dual Enrollment
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Yes
Transcript
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Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.December 1
Fall Regular DecisionFebruary 1
Spring Regular DecisionOctober 1
Other
Transfer Early Action and Summer Regular Decision Deadlines
March 15
Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Test Optional
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Yes
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers available
Rolling Admissions
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Yes

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
90%
Out-Of-State Students
8%
US States Represented
51
Countries Represented
97
12%
Submitting ACT
84%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
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36
Average SAT Composite: 1081
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1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
530
75th
610
Reading
25th
560
75th
640
3.40
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
24%
3.50 - 3.74
14%
3.25 - 3.49
17%
3.00 - 3.24
17%
2.50 - 2.99
24%
2.00 - 2.49
5%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
12
Top 25%
35
Top 50%
68
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
557
$30k - $48k
328
$48k - $75k
346
$75k - $110k
242
$110k+
339

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-348-7926
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

What Students Are Saying

Keep a planner and calendar in order to keep up with assignments, test, and events. A calendar will always help you stay involved and your planner will help you stay on task and keep up with personal obligations.
Efrem from Chantilly, VA
~Make Sure Applications & Paperwork Are Turned in on time.
~Fill Fafsa Out Early & make Sure its filled out correctly!
~ sit With Parents and Make sure Financial paperworks are together and correct.
Fanta from Silver Spring, MD
Make sure you keep up with all your class material, and don't wait until the last moment to study and do homework. If you follow this, then it will make experience less stressful.
Malcolm from Hampton, VA
If you go here just stay safe and be aware of your surroundings. Go to class, you learn more that way.
Lindsay from Virginia Beach, VA
One thing I would want prospective ODU students to know is that it is important to bet out there. Meet new people and socialize. You don't have to party each and every week end but you can still get to know people. Just taking a walk around campus you meet groups of interesting people. College is supposed to be the best time of your life, so enjoy it.
Kyana from Richmond, VA
Take advantage of opportunities given to you. Also pay attention to what the teacher says and don't skip class if possible.
Tarique from Fredericksburg, VA
Don't be afraid to explore. If you feel alone, there is always a group to accommodate you. Don't be afraid to meet new people and try new things. If you are struggling in a class, do not be afraid to ask for help. There are tutoring centers on campus to make sure you pass.
Shelby from Norfolk, VA
I would not trade this school for the world. Come here with an open mind and stay true to yourself, because with that you will truly enjoy the family of ODU.
Sasha from Richmond, VI
If you're thinking about coming to ODU, make sure to take advantage of all the clubs we have to offer. That is a great way to meet new people that have the same interests as you. Another tip would be, don't be afraid to put yourself out there, everyone on campus is very friendly so hold your head high and be confident.
ASHLEY from Suffolk, VA