by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a ODU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how ODU measures up.
ODU is ranked #1,821 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Ohio, it ranks #71 of 139 for value.
Among the majors ODU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | #234 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #295 of 547 |
| Health & Physical Education | #412 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #412 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #428 of 783 |
| Biology Studies | #559 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #562 of 1,055 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #589 of 1,108 |
| Business Administration / Management | #667 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #667 of 1,232 |
Below is the detailed ODU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Ohio Dominican University is ranked #65 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #71 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the ODU financial aid page to be sure.
Ohio Dominican University is ranked #1,821 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Ohio Dominican University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at ODU costs about $21,466. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $85,865 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $47,822 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,079 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,466 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $85,865 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about ODU net price and the factors that affect it.
What ODU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a ODU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $191,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $85,865 | #1,821 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $80,316 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $191,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $85,865 | #71 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $80,316 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at ODU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,348 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,009 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,897 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,582 |
| Over $110K | $22,204 |
About 95% of ODU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $25,247 per year. Get more details on the ODU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average ODU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.