Angie Soto is about to land her dream job as a cybersecurity expert. She is a determined first-generation student at Old Dominion University who wants to inspire other women to pursue a degree in a STEM-related field. Half of ODU`s first-year students are first-generation students. Growing up, Angie became interested in technology by helping her family solve computer problems. When the governor of Virginia spoke in his high school about the need for cybersecurity experts and job opportunities, Angie realized it was a perfect fit. The National Security Agency (NSA) has designated Old Dominion University`s Bachelor of Cyber Operations program as the Centre for Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO). With this designation, ODU joins an exclusive group of only 12 other undergraduate programs across the country in cyber operations. The NSA`s CAE-CO designation shows that ODU`s Bachelor of Cyber Operations program meets the NSA`s rigorous academic, technical, and research requirements. The ODU Center for Cybersecurity Education and Research (CCSER) supports the ODU`s mission to serve its students and enrich the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. The mission of the CESAC is to promote cybersecurity research and education in an interdisciplinary environment. The CESAC includes faculty and staff from all colleges and hierarchical units of the university, including Information Technology Services, VMASC and Military Affairs. Old Dominion University considers credits transferred from higher education institutions accredited by accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education for purposes of Title IV (www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/accreditation_pg9.html) or an international equivalent. A grade of C (2.00) or higher must be obtained in the course. Credits are applied as equivalent college courses at Old Dominion University after evaluation by the appropriate faculty member of the appropriate university department or Transfer Assessment Services Office. Courses are evaluated by examining the content of the courses (curriculum, assignments, catalogue description) regardless of the type of teaching. Students must submit transcripts from all institutions visited. In general, all liberal arts credits and vocational and technical courses are transferable alongside those offered by Old Dominion University. Graduate credits are not accepted for undergraduate study requirements. Students applying for an F-1 or J-1 nonimmigrant student visa must demonstrate to Old Dominion University and the U.S. Consulate the financial ability to cover all costs associated with studying and living in the United States. Funding requirements include tuition, health insurance, living expenses and out-of-pocket expenses for the first year of study, as well as a reasonable expectation of funding for the remaining years of study. Old Dominion University issues Forms I-20 (F-1) or DS-2019 (J-1) for the nine-month academic year upon submission of Old Dominion University`s financial affidavit and corresponding original financial statements issued by the bank or financial sponsorship guarantees.
Old Dominion University guarantees admission to applicants who complete a transfer-oriented degree program or an articulated applied associate degree program at a Virginia Community College (VCCS) with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a four-point scale. The submission of the Letter of Intent for the Transfer is required for eligibility for this Guaranteed Articulation Agreement (CIA) program. Graduates of an articulated program leading to an applied associate degree must have met all degree or course requirements outlined in the specific Framework Agreement. Most credits awarded for the AP, IB and Cambridge Advanced (A/AS Level) exams meet the individual course requirements of the ODU General Education program. Course credits will not be awarded until final and official exam results are available. Students must request that their official exam results be sent to the Old Dominion University Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The university`s admissions committee also evaluates students who meet the ODU admission requirements and may request additional information if necessary. Students who have been denied admission may appeal the admission decision by contacting admission@ohiodominican.edu. Students will be guided through the nomination process and may be required to submit additional documents or attend an on-campus interview with the university`s admissions committee. Special credit transfer policies. Transfer students admitted to the Department of Arts must submit a portfolio for faculty evaluation to determine the number of art credits accepted in previous studies. Information on portfolio requirements can be obtained from the department chair.
Further information can be found in the art section of this catalogue. Transfer students interested in music must pass an audition to determine the placement and number of transferable credits from previous studies. Information on the hearing can be obtained from the head of the department. For more information, see the Music Department section of this catalog. The college will review your academic profile to ensure you are qualified. For applicants who do not meet the academic requirements, the chances of admission decrease significantly, regardless of their strength elsewhere. Students whose first language is not English and who have met the English proficiency requirements in one of the above ways are exempt from meeting the foreign language requirements for general education. Students pursuing studies that require knowledge beyond the 100 level must be certified by the Department of World Languages and Cultures to receive an exemption from 200-400 level courses. Native speakers are not eligible to credit foreign language courses below 300 level through external courses or testing services such as CLEP.
These students should consult a member of the Faculty of Foreign Languages for advice. Students who choose to meet English proficiency requirements through the On-Campus English Language Center will be placed according to the following criteria: English Language Center – IEP students can participate in the Monarch English Bridging Program directly without TOEFL test results after meeting the following requirements: a.) Successful completion of IEP Level 5 with a grade of “B” or higher; and b.) Achieve satisfactory results on level exit assessments. This option is only available to students who have gradually enrolled in the Intensive English program. Admission to all levels of university study depends on successful completion of English proficiency requirements. Non-native speakers can demonstrate their proficiency in English through a variety of options.