Old Dominion University

ODU was a great school and is has a great reputation around the U.S. I am always pleasantly suprised when meeting people from other parts of the world who not only are familiar with ODU but are also impressed with the quality of the academics and programs. ODU launched my career in logistics and I am a proud graduate.

Concerning the negative comments about the crime in the surrounding area I wonder if those who made those statements have ever heard of Columbia University, Boston College & Boston University, Harvard, Temple...... those are "highly rated" schools located in less than desirable areas. Such is life. It is funny to me that so many think ODU is unique in that way.

There are plenty of young folks, much youger than I, that go to ODU and they value different things and frame their world differently than perhaps you do. You are going to college to learn and if you focus on doing that you will be successful. If you are going to college to party and have fun than you have not yet grown up and/or matured to understand that you are still in the formative years of your life. Make the most of your academic experience no matter what university you attend!

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000

Just to add on to the previous post the average GPA of the incoming freshmen class for 2009 was a 3.4. It will become more and more difficult to get into ODU . Old Dominion in my opinion has excellent academics; all my professors have been extremely helpful and engaging. Once you are in your major classes the work load will pile! The general Ed requirements like most universities will be pretty basic although I was challenged in a few. *(FYI) The night life here at ODU is a great addition even for those students who do not like to partake in drinking ect. My experience here has been a great one! Word of advice - do not come to this school or any university for that matter with the intent to transfer save your time and money and go to community college. There are a lot of people here (and elsewhere) who take pride in this school and nobody wants to hear constant complains because you didn't get into UVA. Have a good time that's what college is all about and ODU is a college where good times can be had.

2nd Year Female -- Class 2012

Faculty Accessibility: A+, Perceived Campus Safety: B