Norfolk, VA · Petersburg, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Old Dominion University | Virginia State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 90.4% | 88.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $12,750 | $10,043 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $33,780 | $22,650 |
| Average Net Price | $16,419 | $17,840 |
| Graduation Rate | 46.0% | 39.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 23,743 | 5,605 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 13 | 13 |
GradFax Analysis
Old Dominion University accepts 90.4% of applicants. Virginia State University accepts 88.6%. Old Dominion University's in-state tuition is $12,750. Virginia State University's is $10,043. Virginia State University is cheaper. Old Dominion University graduates 46% of students in 6 years. Virginia State University graduates 39%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Virginia State University. It accepts 88.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Old Dominion University, on average. After aid, students pay $16,419/year versus $17,840/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Old Dominion University: 46% of students finish in 6 years. Virginia State University is at 39%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.