Your ODUGlobal Journey Begins Here
Welcome New Monarchs!
Congratulations! You’ve decided to start your journey at Old Dominion University through ODUGlobal. We are here to support you and know you will achieve amazing things during and after earning your degree. We know it may feel hard at times, but our goal is to align our success services with your world.
So what’s next? Here are some key actions for you to get started:
Connect and Register for Courses
A student success director (SSD) will contact you using your ODU email address (see Set Up Student Accounts below). This person is more than just an academic advisor. Our goal is to help you succeed, so please ask about anything’s that is not clear. Your SSD is an expert in navigating college in addition to the details of your degree program, and they will connect you with university resources.
Set Up Student Accounts
To access all the resources and tools you’ll need throughout your time with us, the first step is to set up your student account. This account will be your gateway to:
- Course Registration
- Online Learning Platforms
- Student Email
- Library Resources
- Tech Support
Get Started
Learn Your University Identification Number (UIN)
Your UIN is a unique 8-digit number that you'll use to identify your student record. Your offer of admission letter has your UIN in it. Save it and be sure to use it in all university-related correspondence.
- If you do not have have your UIN, please email register@odu.edu.
Activate Your MIDAS Account (Monarch Identification and Authorization System)
Your MIDAS user name and password give you access to ODU systems and resources. You'll use your MIDAS credentials to access important services such as your student email account, library services, live online classes, and ODU's learning management system. ODU Information Technology Services (ITS) has resources to help you activate your MIDAS account.
Enroll in Two-Factor Authentication
This can be done when you activate your MIDAS account. This adds a second layer of security to online accounts and is a requirement for all students.
Log into the myODU Portal
The myODU portal has a checklist for new students, plus information and helpful links.
Access Your Accounts
ODU Student Email
Your ODU email account is activated automatically when you activate your MIDAS account. It's accessible about 10 minutes after your MIDAS account is activated.
All official ODU communications will go to your ODU student email address. Please check it often.
- Login to your ODU student email here
- For help with your email account, please visit the ITS web page.
LEO Online
LEO Online is ODU’s student/employee information system. It provides access to official records, including personal information, grades, transcripts, registration, financial aid, and much more.
Testing, Training, and Orientation
Undergraduate Students
Student Online Orientation
We have an online orientation to help make your admission experience a smooth one. Your enrollment coordinator will give you directions on how to access and complete the orientation.
Complete New Student Assessment
New freshmen are required to take the Transition to College Inventory. New transfer students must take the Transfer Student Survey. Each has two parts: an assessment and a biographical questionnaire. Watch your ODU student email account for an invitation to start this process.
Register for and complete the Undergraduate Writing Sample Placement Test
If you are not transferring credit for ENGL 110C, you must take the writing sample placement test. Your advisor will direct you on how to access and complete this test. Students who do not have credit for ENGL 110C must pass this test before the end of their second semester. Your student success advisor can help you decide the best time to take ENGL 110C, as it may be a prerequisite to other needed coursework.
Graduate Students
Student Orientation
Graduate orientation or new student information will come from your department or school to your odu.edu email address if applicable.
Complete CITI Training
All ODU graduate students must complete the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI). CITI consists of seven core training modules in the fundamentals of responsible conduct of research. The goal is to enhance the professional development of all students, regardless of discipline.
You must complete the CITI training within your first year of enrollment at ODU. For instructions, please visit the Office of Research.
Download Your Digital Swag
Show your ODUGlobal pride with our exclusive digital swag! Whether you’re joining a Zoom class, participating in a virtual event, or simply want to personalize your devices, we’ve got you covered with:
Stay Connected
Stay informed and connected with the ODUGlobal community through our social media channels. Follow us for reminders, contests, and connection:
Don’t forget to update your LinkedIn profile now that you’re enrolled with ODUGlobal. Recruiters search for actively enrolled students like you.
ODU professors are very supportive. My experience has been very positive.
The faculty is so supportive. They respect that we're working professionals.
When I thought about going back to school, I was so intimidated by online classes. But my advisor was amazing. She was such a cheerleader.
ODU advisors make the process easy. Although my advisor is four hours away, I can email, call, or web conference her any time.
My advisor for the ODU BSN concurrent program was my lifesaver. She answered all my questions that I had, any concerns that came up. She was quick to respond to me.
ODUGlobal has always been great because I can work when I have time, which isn’t the same from day to day. I felt like I was appreciated and my time was appreciated.
