Old Dominion University

If you are applying to ODU, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and the fee for the application costs $50.

ODU Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of ODU's admissions stats.

ODU 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Mean SAT Score	1120
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	22%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	Yes

Old Dominion University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Old Dominion University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 15
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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Applying Early to ODU?

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ODU does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. ODU will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

ODU accepts around 92% of early action applicants and 96% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, ODU admitted 6,495 of the 7,23 who applied early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Old Dominion University Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to ODU?

It is moderately difficult to get into ODU. ODU evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2021, ODU accepted 96% of students, around 13,074 from 13,586 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like ODU, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Old Dominion University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to ODU

ODU has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into ODU?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at ODU

What does ODU consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Work Experience	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with ODU for more information on admission factors.

ODU Application Requirements

To apply to ODU, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with ODU's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview
Other Requirements			√	test scores
Letter(s) of Recommendation		1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.7

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into ODU?

Students admitted to ODU have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 79% submitted a class rank. At ODU 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 32% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Old Dominion University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	13%
3.50 and 3.74	13%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	25%
2.00 and 2.49	6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to ODU directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

ODU considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

ODU is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 22% of ODU's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for ODU?

To be competitive with other ODU applicants, you should aim to score between 1020 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At ODU 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a ODU student is 1120.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of ODU students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of ODU students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for ODU?

To be most competitive at ODU, you should strive to earn between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for ODU's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for ODU students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Old Dominion University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to ODU.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in ODU during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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ODU Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to ODU?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to ODU.

Does ODU accept transfer credits?

✅ ODU accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. ODU accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does ODU accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ ODU accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to ODU?

❌ No, ODU is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is ODU's acceptance rate?

✅ ODU has an acceptance rate of 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at ODU?

❌ ODU does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at ODU?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at ODU was 92% in 2021.

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