Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University (ODU) is a public research university in Norfolk, Virginia. ODU offers a full range of degree programs and is one of the nation's largest providers of online distance learning courses. Old Dominion University derives its name from one of Virginia's state nicknames, "The Old Dominion", given to the state by King Charles II of England for remaining loyal to the crown during the English Civil War.

As a comprehensive university, Old Dominion University offers and develops liberal arts, science, technology and professional programs. The University offers 70 bachelor's degrees in various fields and 60 master's and 35 doctoral degrees. ODU's TELETECHNET distance learning program is one of the nation's largest and accounts for nearly one third of student enrollment. ODU Distance Learning is affiliated with the Southern Regional Education Board's Electronic Campus. ODU is one of the few universities in the US to offer MBA concentrations in Maritime, Transportation, and Port Logistics Management and also has well-respected programs in Marine Science, Coastal and Transportation Engineering. Degrees at Old Dominion are offered through 6 academic colleges which include College of Arts and Letters, College of Business and Public Administration, Darden College of Education, Batten College of Engineering and Technology, College of Health Sciences, and College of Sciences.

Online Degrees at Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University began offering Distance Learning courses in 1994 through TELETECHNET, a satellite delivery system. Today, ODU Distance Learning offers 60 undergraduate and graduate programs through video streaming, satellite, 2-way, web conferencing, and online delivery. Depending on the program, students may take classes online or by attending one of nearly 50 ODU partner locations in Virginia, Arizona, or Washington State. ODU also offers programs designed to be taken by military personnel on deployment.

Online degree programs at Old Dominion are asynchronous. This means students can access course material online from any location, at any time. Students can also work at their our pace. All online courses are accessible through the university's online learning management system. Students can communicate with their peers and instructors using various online communication tools, such as discussion boards and email.

Quick Facts

Phone Number:	(757) 683-3000
Address:	5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, Virginia 23529
Institution Type:	Public, 4-year or above
Size:	Very Large ( 19,000+ undergrad, 5,300+ grad )
Award Levels:	Batchelor's, Master's, Doctoral
In-State Tuition	$ 3,573
Out-of-State Tuition	$ 13,308
Online Degrees Offered:	YES
Student-to-Faculty Ration:	21 to 1
Website Address:	www.odu.edu

Majors and Degrees

Majors/Degrees	BS/BA	MA/MS	PHD
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry
Biology Biological Sciences
Ecology
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Business Managerial Economics
Finance
Management Information Systems
Marketing Marketing Management
Computer Information Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Community College Education
Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten Preschool Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
School Counseling and Guidance Services
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development - Specific Subject Areas
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering
Environmental Environmental Health Engineering
General Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields
Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields
English Language and Literature Letters
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature Letters
Rhetoric and Composition
Rhetoric and Composition Writing Studies
Ethnic, Cultural and Group Studies
African-american Black Studies
Asian Studies
Women's Studies
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Health Professions and Related Programs
Audiology Audiologist and Speech-language Pathology Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science Medical Technology Technologist
Community Health Services Liaison Counseling
Dental Hygiene Hygienist
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Nuclear Medical Technology Technologist
Physical Therapy Therapist
Public Health
Registered Nursing Registered Nurse
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
History
History
Liberal Arts and Sciences Studies and Humanities
Humanities Humanistic Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics
Multi Interdisciplinary Studies
Multi- Interdisciplinary Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences Geosciences
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical
Physics
Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Public Administration
Social Sciences
Criminology
Economics
Geography
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government
Sociology
Visual and Performing Arts
Art Art Studies
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Drama and Dramatics Theatre Arts
Music Performance

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics