Whether you're planning ahead, responding to an invitation, or ready to apply today, your path to graduate school at ODU is already within reach. At ODU, we aim to make graduate school feel accessible and achievable early in your academic career. See options and pathways to graduate school below. Claim your crown - Twice.
Your Future Doesn’t Start Later - It Starts Now.
One of three ways to earn your next degree at ODU
Dual Dominion, Start Early. Finish Strong
For Sophomores & Juniors
Graduate Admissions Assurance Program
For Invited Seniors
Ready to Apply Now - Your Next Step Starts Today
For Graduating Seniors & Alumni
Why Stay the Course at ODU?
You’ve built something here: momentum, relationships, and confidence. Graduate school isn’t starting over. It’s continuing forward, and so much more than the classes you will take.
At ODU, we make that transition intentional, accessible, and designed for your success.
- Seamless Transition
Move forward without losing momentum --> Graduate School Orientation designed for your pathway. - Smart Acceleration
Save time. Save cost. Advance sooner. - Recognized Potential
We see you, your work, your worth—and invest in it - Built for You
Pathways designed around real student journeys
Building Student Identity
Going to graduate school is more than a program. It’s a Mindset.
Graduate school isn’t just about earning another degree, it’s about becoming the kind of thinker, leader, and professional who moves with intention.
At ODU, we don’t wait until senior year to introduce that idea.
We build it early, We reinforce it often. And when you’re ready, we make the path clear.
You came here to earn a degree. You’ll leave prepared to lead
Claim Your Crown Twice.