We have history together. Our region. Our city. Our university. All of us. At Old Dominion University, we are first-generation students, fourth-generation veterans and the next generation of risk-taking entrepreneurs who will invent our own tables instead of waiting for a seat at another's.
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About
History
Old Dominion University, located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a dynamic public research institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement.
Education
Our curriculum is designed to bring your talents, ideas and goals to life. You will gain the knowledge, tools and perspective needed to land your dream job, or launch your own business.
Research
Old Dominion University has nationally-known research strengths in coastal resilience, modeling and simulation, bioelectrics, cybersecurity, and port logistics and maritime engineering. More then half our faculty are involved in funded research projects sponsored by federal agencies and industry, creating research opportunities for both undergraduates and graduate students. ODU is a key academic research partner for the Thomas Jefferson National Laboratory and NASA-Langley Research Center. At ODU, we innovate locally to transform globally.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
701
2021
701
2020
701
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
801
2022
801
2021
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
989 -37
2022
952 -79
2021
873
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Here, where the city meets the sea, life can overflow with sport, music, art, culture, and activity. Or, it can be quiet, reflective, and studious. How you plug into ODU's electrified atmosphere is up to you.
Experience at ODU spans borders, languages and time. Cultures converge. Viewpoints are respected. On one of the most diverse campuses in Virginia, there is no end to the fascinating mix of stories you'll hear, people you'll meet, and the interests you'll share.
Housing services
Moving out of the house onto campus is a big step, but Housing & Residence Life is fully prepared to make your transition as smooth as possible. ODU offers resident students a variety of living options, from traditional style residence halls to your very own on-campus apartment. Living on campus definitely has its perks - from impetuous pick up games of football on the quad to quickly being able to pop in for a snack from the P.O.D. Market between classes. Every room is equipped with heating and air conditioning, desks, beds, dressers, cable TV and wifi, with laundry facilities in each building-all for you to feel right at home at ODU.
Medical services
The mission of Student Health Services is to ensure delivery of high quality, accessible, cost-effective healthcare and health promotion for Old Dominion University students.
Student Life
Campus life
Moving out of the house onto campus is a big step, but Housing & Residence Life is fully prepared to make your transition as smooth as possible. ODU offers resident students a variety of living options, from traditional style residence halls to your very own on-campus apartment. Living on campus definitely has its perks - from impetuous pick up games of football on the quad to quickly being able to pop in for a snack from the P.O.D. Market between classes. Every room is equipped with heating and air conditioning, desks, beds, dressers, cable TV and wifi, with laundry facilities in each building-all for you to feel right at home at ODU.
Sports facilities
The Old Dominion University sport club program provides opportunities for students to play in non-varsity sports while developing skills in leadership, administration, organization and fundraising.The ODU Sport Club program currently has 18 active clubs serving more than 700 students.
Accreditation
Old Dominion University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, education specialist, and doctoral degrees.
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