Ready to return to Old Dominion University and finish your degree online? ODUGlobal can help you take the next step with flexible online courses, personalized support, and a plan that fits your life.
Beginning in Fall 2026, ODUGlobal courses will move to 8-week, asynchronous terms. That means more flexibility, no required live class meetings, and more opportunities to build momentum toward graduation.
You may be a returning student if you:
Start by creating an account in the Future Monarch Portal or logging into your account. Choose “Start a New Application” and you’ll be asked if you have attended ODU before. Choose “Yes” and complete the Returning Student Application. Once your application is processed, you can move forward with reactivating your student record and preparing to register.
You may need to submit updated official transcripts if you attended another college or university after leaving Old Dominion University, had in-progress grades on a previous transcript or have been away for more than five years.
Students may also email globaladmissions@odu.edu if they’re unsure if an updated transcript is necessary.
After your record is active again, reactivate your MIDAS account and ODU student email. You will use these accounts to access registration, Canvas, student services and official University messages.
Your Student Success Advisor can help you review your remaining requirements and understand how 8-week courses fit into your plan, as well as choose a schedule that supports your goals. You should hear from your Advisor via email.
Once you are active and have talked with advising, you can register for online courses through LEO Online.
ODUGlobal’s 8-week asynchronous courses are designed for students balancing school with work, family, military service and other responsibilities.
With this format, you can:
Complete the ODU application as a Returning Campus Student first. After your student record is active again, you can request a campus change to continue through ODUGlobal.
Processing may take up to 10 business days. Complete your application early so you have time to reactivate your accounts, connect with advising and register.
Your best schedule depends on your work, family, and personal commitments. Many students start with one or two courses in an 8-week session. Your advisor can help you choose a course load that fits your life.
No. ODUGlobal’s 8-week asynchronous courses do not require live class meetings. Some instructors may offer optional live sessions, such as office hours or reviews.
