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Old Dominion University is situated in Norfolk, Virginia. It is a large public research university. It was inaugurated in the year 1930 as the "Norfolk Division of the College of William & Mary" in Williamsburg, Virginia. The following colleges are under this university:
The athletic teams of Old Dominion University are known as the Monarchs. They compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. ODU sponsors baseball, hockey, football, golf, rowing, soccer, tennis, swimming, sailing, and wrestling teams. Old Dominion University's athletic teams have bagged more than 20 team national championships.
For more information about ODU, read CityTownInfo's exclusive interview with its Director of Student and Alumni Programs.
Students commonly pursue studies in engineering.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 490 and 590.
Old Dominion University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Old Dominion University has 22,287 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Colonial Athletic Association.
More complete details are provided below.
Old Dominion University
5115 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23529
General Phone: (757) 683-3000
http://www.odu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 861 | interdisciplinary studies, speech and rhetoric, English, history, sociology, international relations, political science, foreign language and literature, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 762 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, secondary teaching, teacher education and development, special ed, educational administration, school counseling, kindergarten/preschool teaching, ... |
| Business and Management | 619 | business management, accounting, MIS, finance, marketing, managerial economics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 432 | psychology, mental and social health services, physical therapy, community health services, organizational psychology, clinical psychology |
| Engineering | 402 | various engineering courses, engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 195 | registered nursing |
| Science | 193 | biology, physics, oceanography, geological and earth sciences, biochemistry, chemistry, biological and biomedical sciences, geology, ... |
| Engineering Technician | 163 | engineering technician |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 160 | criminology |
| Medical Support and Technology | 119 | audiology and speech pathology, dental hygienist, clinical lab tech, nuclear medical tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 88 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Medicine | 66 | health professions, public health |
| Art Studies | 49 | art studies |
| Family and Social Work | 39 | public administration |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 25 | parks and recreation management |
| Mathematics | 22 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 20 | art history and criticism |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 18 | drama, acting |
| Music | 17 | music performance |
| Religion and Philosophy | 5 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for Old Dominion University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,858 | 49 |
| Master's degree | 1,274 | 37 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 77 | 17 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 29 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 17 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Old Dominion University had a total enrollment of 22,287 students (17,158 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 32% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 89% |
| State unknown | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 34 % |
Old Dominion University offers campus housing for 4,036 of its 17,158 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Norfolk, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9,487 | 6,802 | 72% | 2,810 | 41% |
| Men | 4,527 | 3,296 | 73% | 1,413 | 43% |
| Women | 4,960 | 3,506 | 71% | 1,397 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 490 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 26% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,574 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,910 |
| Room and board | $ 7,100 |
| Room charge | $ 4,234 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,214 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,875 |
Financial Aid:
Old Dominion University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 372800)
Old Dominion University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 250 | 103 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 102 | 62 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 78 | 122 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 46 | $131,088 | 7 | $109,519 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 16 | $98,227 | 10 | $90,678 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $80,343 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 7 | $52,927 | 13 | $57,182 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 75 | $112,723 | 32 | $80,542 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 101 | $105,320 | 29 | $89,051 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 104 | $76,468 | 66 | $69,521 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 86 | $66,270 | 65 | $59,770 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $43,262 | 18 | $44,170 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 39 | $49,171 | 72 | $50,163 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 340 | $78,351 | 250 | $61,851 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Colonial Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Colonial Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 98 | 95 | 193 |
| Basketball | 11 | 14 | 25 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| All Other Sports | 64 | 81 | 145 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Community College Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Asian Studies/Civilization
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Geography
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Old Dominion University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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