Credit for Military Training and Experience

We offer rank-based college credit, up to 15 credit hours for E6-E9 personnel. We recognize and value training for specialties like engineering, communication, instruction and leadership.

Our unique military pathways provide flexible options to earn college credit through exams such as CLEP and DSST/DANTES, as well as your training and experience, minimizing in-class requirements to save you time and money.

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Play Jonathan Levenson '24 earned his DNP through ODUGlobal while working as a U.S. Navy nurse.
Discounted Tuition

$250 per credit hour, Matches TA for active-duty undergraduates

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40+ Military Pathways

Unique pathways optimized for credit outside the classroom

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Guaranteed Credit

For E6-E9 personnel, up to 15 credit hours

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Online Degrees and Certificates

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Bachelor's

Start strong. Earn your bachelor's

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Certificates

Sharpen your skills. Get certified.

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Master's

Lead with expertise. Get your master’s.

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Doctorate

Achieve the highest rank. Pursue your doctorate.

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Military Benefits

Proudly Serving Those Who Serve

For decades, ODUGlobal has proudly supported military members and veterans, building a reputation as a military-friendly institution. Our deep ties to all military service branches illustrate our long-standing commitment to providing accessible, quality education that adapts to your life and career.

Active-Duty Tuition Rates & Financial Aid
Military Scholarships
Military Student Benefits Guide
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This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

Military Partners and Support Services

We're proud to partner with military education programs that support our courageous service members at home and overseas. For students in the military, online university programs provide an opportunity to continue and advance your education no matter where your career takes you.

Your Dedicated Military Connection Center

ODU’s Military Connection Center is here to support your journey from service to civilian life.

Explore Our Services:

  • Career Resources for a smooth military-to-civilian transition
  • Military Benefit Assistance to maximize your GI Bill, tuition discounts, and more

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Military Education Partners

We've partnered with military colleges and programs to help active-duty military service members and their families advance their education, no matter where they are.

Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) General Education Mobile (GEM) at ODU

Air University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative (AU-ABC)
 

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Military and Veteran Student Stories

Gregory Wilson earned an online certificate in AI in Cybersecurity through ODUGlobal in addition to a pair of cybersecurity degrees from the university.
A Student's Journey from Navy Kitchen to Cybersecurity Frontier
Gregory Wilson earned an online certificate in AI in Cybersecurity through ODUGlobal in addition to a pair of cybersecurity degrees from the University.
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Stephanie Barth's flexible online education empowered her to pursue an impactful career in epidemiology while balancing military life and motherhood.
ODU Grad Tackles Public Health Crisis on the Massachusetts Coast
ODU graduate Stephanie Barth '25 applies her public health degrees to combat rising tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and alpha-gal syndrome on Martha’s Vineyard and...
Read more about Barth's journey
Jonathan Levenson '24 earned his DNP through ODUGlobal while working as a U.S. Navy nurse.
Achieving Dreams at Sea and at Home
Jonathan Levenson '24 has traveled the world as a U.S. Navy nurse helping people in need.
Read more about Jonathan

Award Winning Service

Military Friendly 2024-25 Gold School award badge.
Military Friendly 2024-25, Gold Award - Viqtory
Top Veteran-Friendly School 2024 award by U.S. Veterans Magazine.
Top Veteran-Friendly School 2024 - US Veterans Magazine
Best for Vets 2024 Military Times Colleges award seal.
Best for Vets 2024 - Military Times
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