The University has updated the registration system to help make registration easier moving forward. Please read each step carefully. The process is different from previous terms.
ODUGlobal undergraduate, master's, and graduate certificate courses are offered in accelerated, asynchronous eight-week sessions. Each traditional semester is divided into two separate eight-week terms: First Eight Weeks and Second Eight Weeks.
Students must register separately for courses offered in each eight-week term.
Step-by-Step Registration Instructions
- Access the Registration System
- Log in to the MyODU portal.
- Select LEO Online.
- Select Registration Self-Service.
- Select Register - Add/Drop/Withdraw.
- Select Your Term
- Select the Select a Term link at the top of the page.
- Choose the semester and eight-week term for which you wish to register (for example, First Eight Weeks).
- Select Continue.
- Search for Your Courses
- Use only the Subject and Course Number fields to search for courses.
- Leave the Student Campus field blank.
- Select Search.
- Add Your Courses
- Locate the course you wish to take and select Add (typically located on the far right).
- Note: Instructor names may not appear in the course search results.
- Complete Your Registration
- Once you have added your selected courses to your schedule, select Submit in the bottom-right corner of the page.
- Confirm that your registration was successfully processed.
- Register for the Other Eight-Week Term
- Select the Select a Term link at the top of the page.
- Choose the other eight-week term for the semester (for example, Second Eight Weeks).
- Repeat Steps 3 through 5 to search for, add, and submit your courses.
You may also repeat this process to register for additional semesters that are open for registration.
Important Information About Practicum Courses
Some degree programs require practicum courses that are an exception to the standard eight-week asynchronous format.
These practicum courses span the full Fall or Spring semester but are divided into the First Eight-Week Term and Second Eight-Week Term for registration purposes.
If your program requires one of these practicum courses:
- You must register for the practicum course in both eight-week terms.
- You will register for 1.5 credit hours in each term, for a total of 3 credit hours.
- You will complete and pay for a total of 3 credit hours across the two terms.
Registration Reminders
Register as early as possible for all terms that are open for registration. Early registration gives you and your Student Success Advisor the best opportunity to develop a balanced, manageable course schedule and ensure you remain on track toward completing your degree.
Be sure to review the ODU Academic Calendar for important registration deadlines, add/drop dates, and other academic dates.
If you have questions about course selection, registration, or your academic plan, please contact your Student Success Advisor for assistance.
