U.S. News & World Report ranked ODU among its best online programs in 2026, including high marks for programs for veterans.
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For students who want to get back on track—or need some extra room to maneuver—a new major at ODU offers an attractive blend of opportunity and accessibility.
Another year, another outstanding achievement for ODUGlobal's Continuing Education department. ODU has been named one of the Top 5 Education Partners for 2025 for the SHRM Essentials of HR program, a distinguished recognition awarded by Holmes Corporation in partnership with SHRM.
Shenandoah County teacher Emily Collins ’25 earned an online master’s in education from ODU, balancing K–12 teaching in the Shenandoah Valley with family life in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
The achievement underscores ODU’s cyber leadership, the only university in Virginia to hold all three NSA Centers of Academic Excellence designations.
Courtney Davis spent 19 years in psychiatric nursing before finding a PMHNP path that fit her life. See how Old Dominion University’s flexible online format and nearby weekend sessions helped her expand patient care while staying present at home.
Taylor Ripley ’25 turned past coursework into progress. She completed Old Dominion University’s online leadership program while working full time.
Library of Congress professional Colleen Rodgers ’27 advances toward collections roles with ODU’s flexible online MLIS program.
Navy veteran Brendan Pigott ’25 earned an MPA online through ODUGlobal while serving at Military Sealift Command and raising his young son.
A practicum with Meals on Wheels led to a full-time job for Chiamaka Akujuobi, who recently received her second degree from Old Dominion University.