Skip to main content
Old Dominion University Old Dominion University
Helpful Links
  • Give
  • Alumni
  • myODU
    • Current Students
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Military Students
    • Parents & Families
  • Apply
  • Visit
myODU
  • Academics
    Academic Programs
    All Programs Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs ODUGlobal Continued Learning
    Colleges & Schools
    All Colleges & Schools Batten College of Engineering & Technology
    Brock Virginia Health Sciences
    Eastern Virginia Medical School Ellmer College of Health Sciences Ellmer School of Nursing EVMS School of Health Professions Joint School of Public Health
    Darden College of Education & Professional Studies Perry Honors College Strome College of Business College of Arts and Letters College of Sciences Graduate School School of Cybersecurity School of Data Science School of Supply Chain, Logistics & Maritime Operations
    Academic Resources
    Academic Calendar Academic Success Educational Accessibility University Catalogs University Libraries

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Admission
    Future Students
    Undergraduate Admissions Graduate Admissions Medical Students International Admissions ODUGlobal Military & Veterans
    Admitted Students
    Undergraduate Graduate International Returning Students
    Cost & Aid
    Tuition & Fees Financial Aid Scholarships Cost Estimator GI Bill Benefits

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Research
    Division of Research
    Research Centers Research Compliance Grants & Funding
    ODU Research Foundation
    ODU Research Foundation

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Life at ODU
    About ODU
    At a Glance Accredidation Facts & Figures History & Archives
    Leadership
    Office of the President Administration & Organization Strategic Planning & Initiatives
    Arts & Culture
    Arts@ODU Gordon Art Galleries Diehn Concert Series Literary Festival Barry Art Museum
    Military & Veterans
    Military Connection Center Army ROTC Navy ROTC
    Student Life
    Career & Leadership Development Clubs & Organizations Dining Housing & Residence Life Recreation & Wellness Service & Civic Engagement Student Engagement & Traditions

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Athletics
  • Apply
  • Visit
Old Dominion University
  • Academics
    Academic Programs
    All Programs Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs ODUGlobal Continued Learning
    Colleges & Schools
    All Colleges & Schools Batten College of Engineering & Technology
    Brock Virginia Health Sciences
    Eastern Virginia Medical School Ellmer College of Health Sciences Ellmer School of Nursing EVMS School of Health Professions Joint School of Public Health
    Darden College of Education & Professional Studies Perry Honors College Strome College of Business College of Arts and Letters College of Sciences Graduate School School of Cybersecurity School of Data Science School of Supply Chain, Logistics & Maritime Operations
    Academic Resources
    Academic Calendar Academic Success Educational Accessibility University Catalogs University Libraries

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Admission
    Future Students
    Undergraduate Admissions Graduate Admissions Medical Students International Admissions ODUGlobal Military & Veterans
    Admitted Students
    Undergraduate Graduate International Returning Students
    Cost & Aid
    Tuition & Fees Financial Aid Scholarships Cost Estimator GI Bill Benefits

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Research
    Division of Research
    Research Centers Research Compliance Grants & Funding
    ODU Research Foundation
    ODU Research Foundation

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Life at ODU
    About ODU
    At a Glance Accredidation Facts & Figures History & Archives
    Leadership
    Office of the President Administration & Organization Strategic Planning & Initiatives
    Arts & Culture
    Arts@ODU Gordon Art Galleries Diehn Concert Series Literary Festival Barry Art Museum
    Military & Veterans
    Military Connection Center Army ROTC Navy ROTC
    Student Life
    Career & Leadership Development Clubs & Organizations Dining Housing & Residence Life Recreation & Wellness Service & Civic Engagement Student Engagement & Traditions

    You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s explore what inspires you - together.

    EXPLORE PROGRAMS

  • Athletics
  • Apply
  • Visit
Helpful Links
  • Give
  • Alumni
  • myODU
    • Current Students
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Military Students
    • Parents & Families
  • Apply
  • Visit
Dragas Hall

Visa Categories

Breadcrumb

  1. Home
  2. Visa Categories
Visa Holder
F-1 Student Visa
This is the most common visa for international students; approximately 85 percent of ODU's international students have this status.
Change of Status to F-1
Economic Hardship Employment
J-1 Student Visa
J-1 Student visa holders are at Old Dominion University via an exchange agreement or similar arrangement with a variety of agencies.
Request for Academic Training
H-1B Visa
This nonimmigrant visa status may be used to employ an individual in a professional position at Old Dominion University.
J Scholar Visa
Old Dominion University hosts many international visitors each year as researchers and faculty via this program.
J-1 Student Interns
The J-1 Student Intern category--different from the J-1 Student and the J-1 Scholar categories--was created by the Department of State in order to provide students from other countries the opportunity to participate in an internship abroad while studying at a degree-seeking post-secondary accredited institution that fulfills the student's educational objective in his/her home country.
Others
NATO Visa Holders
O-1 Status: Persons of Extraordinary Ability
Permanent Resident

Visa & Immigration Service Advising

  • Home
  • Visa Categories
  • Employment
  • Health Insurance
  • Scholarships
  • Forms
  • Resources for International Students
  • Global Certificate Program
Contact

Visa & Immigration Service Advising

2006 Dragas Hall
Norfolk , VA , 23508
757-683-4756 office
757-683-5196 fax
intlstu@odu.edu
Directory
Facebook
Instagram
Quick Links
  • Fall 2026 Check-In
  • Travel Information
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • OPT Employment Update Form
Old Dominion University Logo

5115 Hampton Blvd,
Norfolk, VA 23529

Contact
Facebook
Instagram
YouTube
LinkedIn

Resources

  • Employment
  • Directories
  • University Libraries
  • Alumni

Legal

  • Legal & Compliance
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility
  • Health & Safety
  • Emergency Management
  • Campus Hazing Transparency

Visit

  • Visit ODU
  • Transportation & Parking
  • Campus Map
Copyright © Old Dominion University • Updated 2025