We are glad that you are interested in on-campus housing at Old Dominion University. We have tremendous interest in on-campus housing for the academic year, and although options are limited, we are still accepting on-campus housing applications from new transfer students.
By applying for housing at Old Dominion University, you are agreeing to the full Terms and Conditions of the Housing & Dining Contract and entering into a legally binding agreement.
Please take time to review the information on our website to ensure that you have a full understanding of the process as it may help alleviate any tensions or concerns you may have. If at any time you have questions or would like to speak with someone directly, please do not hesitate to contact our office at housing@odu.edu or at 757-683-4283 (Toll-Free 800-766-0833).
We look forward to having you join our community and wish you the best of luck here at Old Dominion University!
New Transfer Student
A new transfer student is any incoming student to ODU who has never taken any courses at Old Dominion University and is transferring in existing credits from another institution of higher education.
Understanding the Application Process
- It is important to note that by applying for housing and completing the application process, you have agreed to a legally binding agreement and made a financial commitment to live on campus at ODU for the full academic year.
- Incoming Transfer students are not guaranteed on-campus housing, but will be assigned as space permits.
- Assignments will not be facilitated until summer; charges will not appear on your student account until early August.
- Check your ODU Email - All communications during this process will go to your ODU email account, so please be sure to check it regularly for updates and information.
- Apply early! This increases your chance to get your choice of building. Please note, most New Transfer Students will be placed in Gresham Complex. Gresham Complex has single and double occupancy units. There are limited spaces available in Powhatan and University Village apartments for New Transfer applicants. All spaces are first-come, first-serve.
- Review refund policy - A $200 partial refund of the application fee will be returned if application canceled online in the Housing Portal by May 15.
- Review Assignment Policy - Acceptance of the Housing & Dining Contract does not guarantee a specific room assignment.
- Submit your Application - Complete the Housing & Residence Life Housing Application with the $250 payment.
Room Preferences
New Transfer Students are primarily housed in Gresham Complex. Gresham Complete has single and double occupancy unit. There are limited spaces available in Powhatan and University Village apartments for New Transfer applicants. All spaces are first-come, first-serve.
New Transfer Timeline & Action Items
- January 29 – New transfer Housing Application Opens via the ODU Housing Portal (12:00 p.m.)
- April 1 (Ongoing) – New transfer LLC Statuses & Self-Selection
- April 25 – Early action deadline for New transfer
- May 31 – Timeslot notifications for New transfer Self-Selection
- May 6 to 31 – Self-Selection for New transfer
- June 6 – Selection for students who applied by April 25
- June 7 – Open Selection for students who applied after April 25
- May 15 – Cancellation deadline for $200 credit
- June 4 (Ongoing) - Auto-Allocation of New transfer who applied on or after June 1 or who did not participate in self-selection and are not a part of a special interest group
Expanded Housing
Housing & Residence Life may find it necessary to expand our capacity to support the opportunity for as many students as possible to live at ODU. Expanded housing accommodations for students may include the temporary expansion of on-campus spaces or securing off-site housing accommodations.
Residential amenities offered for traditional assignments are available to students living in expanded housing. These include room furnishings, desk coverage, secure access, staffing, laundry, meals, and shuttle service. Residents can and should utilize all campus resources available to any student living on-campus housing. Our staff are committed to ensuring your academic success wherever you reside.
Any student who completes an application for on-campus housing can be assigned to temporary accommodations. The length of stay can range from a few days to an entire semester. If a student is assigned to a temporary space, they will be reassigned to a permanent room as space permits. Moving assistance is available as needed. As with on-campus housing, you will be asked to consolidate your room if there is a vacancy. Our goal is to ensure you have a rewarding experience.