Is Old Dominion University worth it?
Old Dominion University is a public, four-year institution in Norfolk, Virginia (midsize city). It awarded 5,076 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, computer and information systems security and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$46,400
Median earnings 4 years after
$64,472
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,914
Average net price
$14,638
Completion rate
46%
Completions (2024)
5,076
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
17,514
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $34,303 | $51,907 | 287 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Bachelor's | $35,716 | $54,390 | 274 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | $37,255 | $56,659 | 272 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $37,645 | $47,604 | 262 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $76,527 | $90,917 | 254 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $46,359 | $55,889 | 237 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $46,680 | $61,442 | 210 |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | Bachelor's | $70,620 | $81,077 | 208 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $53,989 | $58,916 | 205 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $54,748 | $74,465 | 204 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $28,953 | $55,304 | 196 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $33,690 | $56,564 | 178 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $63,648 | $75,445 | 165 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,774 | $87,772 | 138 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $48,125 | $67,320 | 132 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 352 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | Bachelor's | 249 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 186 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 184 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 180 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | 167 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 158 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other | Bachelor's | 143 |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | Bachelor's | 139 |
| Rhetoric and Composition | Bachelor's | 117 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 22% | 14,898 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 20% | 13,029 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 8,815 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 3,916 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 3,901 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 3,257 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 3,012 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 2,968 |
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Sources: federal figures for Old Dominion University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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