About Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University is a public research university in Norfolk, Virginia, in the Hampton Roads region. It is part of Virginia's public higher education system and serves a large urban and coastal community. The university's main campus is in Norfolk, with additional instructional and research activity connected to the region.
ODU offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across many fields. It is known for strengths in areas such as engineering, business, health sciences, education, and maritime-related study, along with research activity tied to the region's economy and military presence. The university also supports online and distance learning options.
- Public research university serving Norfolk and the Hampton Roads region
- Broad academic offerings across undergraduate, graduate, and professional study
- Transfer-friendly approach to evaluating prior college and exam credit
- Online learning options available alongside on-campus study
- Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges