Register and/or secure score reports for all required tests for your track. Pay attention to the last day to test.
Follow-up with your references. All recommendations must be submitted before the date of the onsite selection process.
Give your application thought and care; write your reflective questions with the track you have applied for in mind. Be prepared to upload your word file during the application process.
Submit an unofficial copy of all scores and transcripts to TIR, Attn: Dr. Burrell-Craft.
All OFFICIAL score reports will need to be sent to ODU Teacher Education Services. This includes SAT/ACT scores, or Praxis Core/Math, the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) and the Praxis subject tests.
Apply to the program by the program deadline for priority consideration
Complete application to the main campus, on-campus program; DO NOT apply as an online student. Questions concerning the admissions process may be directed to admissions@odu.edu, 757-683-3685.
Create an Account - Simply click on the button "Create Account" to the right of this page. If you already have a login to Old Dominion University's portal for prospective undergraduate students (your "my dominion" page), please use those same account credentials to complete your application.
Application - Your application and the optional materials, including letters of recommendation, essay and resume, can be submitted electronically as part of the application process. After submitting your application, if you have corrections or changes, please contact the admissions office. Students apply to Graduate School as "Summer Admissions."
Application Fee - When you have completed your application and are ready to submit it, you will need to pay your application fee via the Apply Yourself system. Please note that your application will not be reviewed until payment is received.
Submit your Application Electronically -Clicking on the "Submit Your Application" button will allow us to begin processing your application.
Check the Status of your Applicaton - At any time, you can log into the Apply Yourself system and check the status of your application.
For special education track candidates: Apply for the Master of Science in Education, Special Education, General Curriculum K-12 Concentration
For science and math education track candidates: Apply for the TIR/Master of Science in Education under Special Tracks
For candidates seeking admission to the ADVANCED PLACEMENT program, apply for the Master of Science in Education, Secondary Education.
Request that your official Score Reports be sent to ODU School of Education, Teacher Education Services and forward an unofficial score report to TIR
A background check will be conducted through your school division
Old Dominion University's Teaching in Residence Program is approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).
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Contact
Dr. Kala Burrell-Craft Director of Teacher in Residence Darden College of Education & Professional Studies 3104 Education Building Norfolk, VA 23529 757-683-3246 knburrel@odu.edu
