How to Succeed as an ODUGlobal Student

We've collected important links and tips to help you do your best with ODUGlobal and to make the most of your classes. 

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Academic Resources
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Student Information

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How to Web Conference

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All ODU students have access to online tools and software such as:

  • Microsoft Office 365: Download or access online apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.
  • Zoom: Create your own web conference meetings for group work or study sessions.
  • Microsoft OneDrive: Cloud storage to create, edit, store and share files, up to 5TB total.
  • G Workspace for Education: Free use of Google's Workspace for Education apps, such as Google Drive.

More on Free Software for ODU Students

ODUGlobal also hosts live and pre-recorded conferences, professional development courses, and ODU's commencement ceremonies.

Commencement Ceremony Archive

Current & Archived Special Event

We're here to help, 24/7.

How to Web Conference

Zoom Conference Test

All ODU students have access to online tools and software such as:

  • Microsoft Office 365: Download or access online apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.
  • Zoom: Create your own web conference meetings for group work or study sessions.
  • Microsoft OneDrive: Cloud storage to create, edit, store and share files, up to 5TB total.
  • G Workspace for Education: Free use of Google's Workspace for Education apps, such as Google Drive.

More on Free Software for ODU Students

ODUGlobal also hosts live and pre-recorded conferences, professional development courses, and ODU's commencement ceremonies.

Commencement Ceremony Archive

Current & Archived Special Event

Quick Links

Advising & Degree Planning

Academic Advising
Registering for Classes
Upcoming Online Courses

Class Access

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Canvas
Technical Support
How to Get Course Materials

Exams & Testing

Exams and Proctors
Educational Accessibility
Writing and Math Placement Tests

Resources

ODU Academic Calendar
How to Succeed as an ODUGlobal Student
ODU Libraries
Library Guide for Online Learners
Writing Center
Policies & Student Responsibilities

Tuition & Financial Aid

ODU Financial Aid Office
Financial Aid Forms for Distance Learners
Payment Plan Agreement
University Registrar
VA Certifying Official (Veterans Clearance Form)

Tutoring & Support

Educational Accessibility
M-POWER Peer Educator Network
Student Advocacy and Care Team
Student Outreach & Support
Technical Support
Tutoring & Mentoring
TimelyCare

Graduation & Careers

Career Development Services
Applying to Graduate
Commencement Information
Exit Assessment
Commencement Ceremony Video Archives

People

ODUGlobal Staff Directory
University-wide Directory
Military Program Contacts

Need Information About Commencement?

From late-night study sessions to Zoom calls, you've fueled your educational journey with dedication and passion, inspiring others along the way. ODUGlobal celebrates your achievements and invites you to join us for commencement, online or on campus! 

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More than 700 online students are scheduled to graduate in ODU's 2024 Fall Commencement ceremony.

Military and Veteran Students

We have highly skilled and friendly student success directors (SSD) who understand the unique needs of military students. Contact your SSD for assistance with degree planning or questions about your schedule.

ODU's Military Connection Center is the central place to find guidance on tuition and finance processes for military service members, veterans, and their dependents. Contact the MCC at 757-683-7153 or military@odu.edu.

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ODUGlobal News

Asynchronous classes and prior credits helped Taylor Ripley ’25 graduate while working full time and launch her next step at Sentara.
Transfer credit, clear path: Leadership Graduate Continues Family Legacy
Taylor Ripley ’25 turned past coursework into progress. She completed Old Dominion University’s online leadership program while working full time.
ODU's online leadership program is tailored for degree completers.
Colleen Rodgers ’27, a program specialist at the Library of Congress, is pursuing ODU's online MLIS to prepare for a collections-focused role. 
A 40-Year Legacy: How One ODU Student is Building on Her Family’s Public Service
Library of Congress professional Colleen Rodgers ’27 advances toward collections roles with ODU’s flexible online MLIS program.
Read more about Rodgers' work
First-gen leader Erica Harper earns her doctorate at Old Dominion University, completing the online community college leadership program to expand student impact.
From first-gen to future Dr.: Student finds her finish line through ODUGlobal
First-gen leader Erica Harper earns her doctorate at Old Dominion University, completing the online community college leadership program to expand student impact.
Read more about Erica Harper's journey
Online students represent 46% of ODU’s 1,638 total Fall 2025 graduates, which includes online students from 39 states and seven countries.
Fall 2025 commencement: ODUGlobal By the Numbers
Online students represent 46% of ODU’s 1,638 total Fall 2025 graduates, which includes online students from 39 states and seven countries.
Read more about the 2025 commencement class
Ashish Verma ’25, right, and his wife Abha Gupta, with their children. Verma, an applied scientist at PayPal, completed Old Dominion University’s online MS in Data Science & Analytics from San Jose, California, while working full time. 
Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact: One Student’s Data Science Journey Through ODUGlobal
PayPal applied scientist Ashish Verma ’25 earned ODU’s online master’s in data science and analytics, balancing work, family and a Jefferson Lab capstone in AI/machine...
Read more about Verma's story