C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Old Dominion University

4-Year Public
📍 Norfolk, Virginia 23529
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Quick Stats

22,541
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
91%
Acceptance Rate
$16,150
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Old Dominion University

6% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,307 students who need housing.

🏆 Where Old Dominion University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
of 31 schools
#8
Rhetoric and Composition
of 13 schools
#10
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 19 schools
#24
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
of 67 schools
#27
Engineering, Other
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,590 $27,465
Room $8,238
Board $6,414
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,654 $52,054

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
53%
Take Out Loans
$16,150
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,627
$30,001 - $48,000$9,883
$48,001 - $75,000$13,142
$75,001 - $110,000$18,121
$110,001+$22,658

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Psychology, General 376 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 342 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 264 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 231 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 197 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 196 grads/yr Criminology 175 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 172 grads/yr Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 144 grads/yr Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other 139 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 127 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 123 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 119 grads/yr Rhetoric and Composition 118 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 114 grads/yr Finance, General 110 grads/yr Engineering, General 110 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 104 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 95 grads/yr Engineering, Other 91 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Old Dominion University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Student Demographics

22,541
Total Students
56%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)
6%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 10%
Black 29%
Asian 5%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 77%
Off-Campus (Renters) 6%
With Family 17%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,307 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Old Dominion University?
Old Dominion University has an acceptance rate of 91%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Old Dominion University?
Tuition at Old Dominion University is $7,590 for in-state students and $27,465 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $16,150.
What is the graduation rate at Old Dominion University?
The graduation rate at Old Dominion University is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Old Dominion University a good school?
Old Dominion University has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Old Dominion University?
Old Dominion University has a total enrollment of 22,541 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Old Dominion University?
Yes! Approximately 6% of students at Old Dominion University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,307 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology