Dependent Student Checklist

***Not all items may be applicable to your situation - Please read each one carefully

Traditional (in-person): https://www.odu.edu/academics/programs

OR

ODU Global (online): https://online.odu.edu/programs

Check eligibility for $50 Application Fee Waiver:

Undergraduate & Graduate Traditional (in-person):

ODU Application

OR

ODU Global (online): https://online.odu.edu/programs

(Fill out the interest form for the online program you're interested in. An enrollment coach will contact you for personalized, one-on-one support.)

Freshman Application Requirements:

Transfer Application Requirements:

Has prior college enrollment or military service https://www.odu.edu/transfer

You must apply for in-state tuition before classes start for the term (at least three weeks before). If you fail to apply for in-state privileges, you will be billed at the out-of-state rate.

 

- Questions concerning this benefit should be addressed to instate@odu.edu

 

In-State Tuition Eligibility: https://www.odu.edu/tuition/in-state

Application for In-State Tuition Rate: https://forms.odu.edu/view.php?id=117132 OR

Application for In-State Tuition Benefit for Active Duty Military Spouses/Dependents:  https://forms.odu.edu/view.php?id=468257

Submit credentials to the Office of Admissions

High School Transcript: (if earned less than 24 college credits)

  • Contact your high school or school district to obtain diploma or order transcript to be sent electronically to ODU’s Admissions Office

Previous College Experience Official Transcript(s):

Contact your previous school to order transcript to be sent electronically to ODU’s Admissions Office

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Undergraduate: https://www.odu.edu/admission/undergraduate/status-check

Graduate: https://www.odu.edu/admission/graduate/status

Know which benefit you’re using? Click to go to directly to the application below:

(Benefits must be transferred to you by service member FIRST)

Once you complete the application, the VA will take 30-45 days to process your request. Once the request is processed, the VA will mail a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to your home/mailing address. Keep the Certificate of Eligibility sent by the VA for your records and for submission to ODU.

Questions? Contact VA Education Hotline: 1-888-442-4551

OR use Ask VA https://ask.va.gov/

**Dependent students who have received VA Education Benefits previously at another college need to file a “Request for Change of Program or Place of Training” VA Form 22-1995: https://www.va.gov/education/apply-for-education- benefits/application/1995/introduction

The Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program is a state-sponsored program that can provide funding and/or tuition waivers for eligible spouses and dependents. Eligibility depends upon Virginia residency and qualifying service member requirements.

VMSDEP Application https://www.dvs.virginia.gov/benefits- services/education/virginia-military-survivors-dependents-education- program-vmsdep

Questions? Contact the VMSDEP Office

- Phone: 804-225-2083

OR

Contact Sheila Johnson in ODU’s Financial Aid Office

Email: sp1johns@odu.edu

- Chapter 33 Post 9/11 federal GI Bill benefits are considered a financial resource in your financial aid package and can impact eligibility for other financial aid. Learn more on our Military Financing page.

FAFSA Application: https://studentaid.gov/

Questions? Contact FAFSA’s Contact Center https://studentaid.gov/help-center/contact

 

Admissions usually takes about 2-3 weeks to get back to you with a decision.

Check eligibility for $200 Tuition Deposit Waiver:

- Email admissions@odu.edu

(Graduate programs and ODU Global programs do not pay a tuition deposit fee)

Confirm Your Admission:

https://www.odu.edu/admission/admitted/confirm

 

If you have no prior college experience or have 23 college credits or less:


10a. FRESHMAN ORIENTATION OR


If you have 24 college credits or more: 10b. TRANSFER ORIENTATION

(See below for more information about each type of orientation)

Questions? Contact New Student Experience

- Phone: 757-683-3428

Below are a selection of important tasks and opportunities for students to complete before the start of the semester:

Submit Monarch ID Card photo and pick up your new ID in Monarch Hall

** If you have no prior college experience or have 23 college credits or less:

  • The New to Blue timeline is included in the new student checklist that can be found in your myODU portal.
  • Discover Your Pride: Monarch Orientation is a one-day on-campus orientation experience for new students. Course registration happens during orientation.
  • Please check your ODU student email for Monarch Orientation registration information.

** If you have 24 college credits or more

  • Transfer Orientation is an optional, one-day on-campus orientation experience for new students who meet the transfer credit threshold requirement. Course registration happens during orientation.
  • Please check your ODU student email for Transfer Orientation registration information.

**Ch 33 and Ch 35 VA Education Benefits ONLY

  • ODU School Certifying Officials (SCOs) begin reporting to the VA $0.00 in the tuition and fees approximately 30 days before the first day of classes. Depending on your benefit, this first certification should trigger the VA's disbursement of your monthly allotments.
  • During peak periods, please allow at least 30-45 business days for processing. Make sure to check your ODU student email for communications from the School Certification Team.

 

  • Upload your scanned Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to your Veteran’s Clearance Form after you have registered for classes.

Veterans Clearance Form: https://forms.odu.edu/view.php?id=75838

**MAKE SURE WHEN SUBMITTING THIS FORM THAT YOU INPUT YOUR UIN AND SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER(S) CORRECTLY**

Altering your schedule during the Add/Drop period will impact the processing speed of your certification!

**The MCC hosts a Welcome Lunch at the beginning of every fall and spring semester. To register for our events, join us on Monarch Groups!

For more information, email military@odu.edu or stop by the Military Connection Center for a tour of our spaces, including:

  • MCC Main Office
  • Computer Lab
  • Community Lounge
  • Break Room

Reservable Study Spaces

  • Student Veterans of America (SVA) : Connects student veterans and family members to build community, provides resources and opportunities, and empowers students to reach their full potential. To register for our events, join us on Monarch Groups!

  • Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration: The Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration advises anyone interested in exploring their major and career options and offers success coaching to first-year students. 

    If you weren't pre-selected for the program and would appreciate academic support, you can request a coach with this form: https://forms.odu.edu/view.php?id=418028

    Center for Major Exploration & Mane Success Coaching

    1500 Webb University Center Norfolk, VA, 23529

    Phone: 757-683-4805

    Email: maneconnect@odu.edu

  • Center for Major Exploration & Mane Connect Success Coaching: The Center for Major Exploration & Mane Connect Success Coaching advises any student interested in exploring their major and career options and offers success coaching to first year students. If you weren't pre-selected for the program and would appreciate academic support, you can request a coach with this form: https://forms.odu.edu/view.php?id=418028

Military Connection Center

Contact

Military Connection Center

1106 Monarch Hall
Norfolk, VA 23529

757-683-7153 office
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The Military Connection Center is an information and resource center for all our on-campus military affiliated students. It is on the first floor of Monarch Hall, located at 1106 Monarch Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529. The closest parking is Constant Center 45th Street Garage located at 1070 W 45th Street, Norfolk, VA 23508. Paid hourly parking is available and located on levels 2, 3, and 5.