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Old Dominion University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Old Dominion University admits about 90.4% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1100–1280 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 22–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 90.4%
SAT range 1100-1280
Net price $12,913
Graduation rate 43.1%

Old Dominion University At a Glance

LocationNorfolk, Virginia
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment17,514
Acceptance Rate90.4%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)570-650
SAT Range (Math)530-630
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1100-1280
Average SAT (Combined)1197
ACT Range24-29
Average Net Price$12,913/yr
Tuition (In-State)$13,250/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$34,325/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate43.1%
Full-Time Retention Rate76.9%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$60,482
Median Debt at Completion$22,956

How Old Dominion University Compares

Old Dominion University is more selective than about 19% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 17,514 students, it is larger than about 55% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA — 93% acceptance George Mason University Fairfax, VA — 87% acceptance Liberty University Lynchburg, VA — 99% acceptance James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA — 72% acceptance Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA — 55% acceptance University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA — 17% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Old Dominion University's acceptance rate?

Old Dominion University's acceptance rate is about 90.4%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Old Dominion University?

Admitted students at Old Dominion University typically report a combined SAT score between 1100 and 1280 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Old Dominion University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Old Dominion University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Old Dominion University?

The average net price reported for Old Dominion University is $12,913 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Old Dominion University's official site.