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| ACCOUNT CREATION FAILURE-ERROR MESSAGE |
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I keep getting an error message when I try to reserve PREVIEW. What should I do? You may be experiencing one of the following:
- You're entering your Social Security Number instead of your University Identification Number (UIN). You must use your assigned UIN.
- You're entering your PIN instead of your birth date. You must use your UIN and birth date, and enter it exactly as instructed, MM/DD/YYYY, to make a PREVIEW reservation.
- You may not have, but need, Cookies enabled on your computer. Cookies are pieces of information generated by a Web server and stored in the user's computer, ready for future access. Visit the CookieCentral.com for more information. If the problem continues, try using a computer on a different server.
- There may be a discrepancy with your Admissions information, such as a simple error in data entry. Contact the Orientation/PREVIEW Office, 757-683-3428 so that your records can be checked for accuracy.
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| ADDING A GUEST |
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Can I return to the site to add a guest after I've made a reservation? Yes. If you've already made a reservation and wish to return to your record to add a guest (parent, relative, or friend):
- Click on the Go: Review Your Reservation at the top of this page.
- Click on Student Log-in, and then enter your information to login.
- Click on My Reservation, and then click on the EDIT button next to "Guests" to add a parent/guest. You will be prompted to pay the additional parent/guest PREVIEW fee at this time. You must enter your credit card information each time you add a guest. It is not automatic. If you want to cancel a guest, please keep in mind that your card is not automatically credited. You must submit a written request to receive a refund of the fee.
- Click UPDATE to save the change.
If you choose to mail in/deliver the fee by check or money order prior to your PREVIEW date, be sure that your name is on the check/money order made payable to Old Dominion University.
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| ADMISSIONS DEPOSIT and/or FINANCIAL AID |
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Can I reserve PREVIEW if I haven't yet submitted the Admissions Deposit or Financial Aid paperwork? Yes, you may reserve PREVIEW upon full acceptance to Old Dominion University. Be sure to submit all required paperwork as soon as possible. Contact Admissions (admit@odu.edu or 757-683-3685) if you have questions about the deposit. Contact the Financial Aid Office (finaid@odu.edu or 757-683-3683) if you have questions about required documents and submission deadlines. Contact Student Health Services, 757-683-3132, if you have questions about your immunization records.
Do not wait until PREVIEW to ask questions about important issues such as housing, financial aid, immunization records, etc. As the saying goes..."The early bird gets the worm." |
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| ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) CREDIT & PLACEMENT TESTS |
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I took the AP exam for math while in high school. Do I still need to take the Math Placement Test? As an incoming freshman, you are not required to take the Math Placement Test. Your SAT score (or ACT score if you did not take the SAT) will determine your math placement. If you wish to challenge your placement in math based on your SAT or ACT score, then you may contact the Testing Center to schedule to take the COMPASS Math Placement Test. If you have questions or need further information about AP credit or the Math Test, contact the Testing Center (757-683-3697), or visit the Testing Center web page for more information.
Transfer Students: If you do not have transferable math credit or have not met the math requirement for your major, then you will need to take the COMPASS Math Placement Test. .
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| ADVANCED PLACEMENT CREDIT & DUAL ENROLLMENT |
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I earned AP credits or college credits while in high school. Does that affect the PREVIEW type? No. You, as a freshman recently graduating from high school, are still required to attend Freshman PREVIEW. If you're starting classes in January, then you are required to attend the Mid-year PREVIEW. |
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| ADVISING HOLD |
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I have an Advisor Registration Block/Hold on my record. How do I get this removed? Your academic advisor will remove the advising hold on your record when s/he has approved your schedule during PREVIEW. You must meet with your academic advisor each semester prior to registration to consult on issues regarding your academic progress and discuss academic and career goals. Your advisor hold will be lifted following your advising session. For more information about “holds” or “blocks”, visit the Registration Holds web page. |
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| ATTEND PREVIEW WITH ANOTHER NEW STUDENT |
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I plan to attend the same PREVIEW as a friend. What should we do? PREVIEW reservations are handled on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are reserving PREVIEW on-line, be sure to follow the reservation process at or near the same time. Those who choose not to make an on-line reservation should submit the reservations simultaneously via the U.S. Postal Service or in person. The Orientation/PREVIEW Office cannot guarantee a date until the reservation is complete. |
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| CAMPUS TOUR BEFORE PREVIEW |
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Who do I contact for a campus tour before attending PREVIEW? Daily guided walking tours are offered at the Connie & Marc Jacobson Welcome Center in the Ted Constant Convocation Center (TCCC). Enter the building on the 43rd Street side of the TCCC, and use the set of doors closest to Hampton Boulevard. For more information, call the Connie & Marc Jacobson Welcome Center at (757) 683-5678, or visit the Campus Tours web page. Tours will also be provided during PREVIEW. |
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| CANNOT ATTEND PREVIEW |
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I have other obligations that conflict with the PREVIEW dates. What are my options? PREVIEW should be a priority if you are an incoming freshman since the University requires it. For your convenience, several PREVIEW dates are offered from which to choose. Contact the Orientation/PREVIEW Office, preview@odu.edu or 757-683-3428, if you have any further questions. You also have the option to defer your admission to the next semester.
PREVIEW is not required, but highly recommended for (non-business major) transfer students with 24+ credit hours. If you're a non-business major transfer student who chooses not to attend PREVIEW, then it will be your responsibility to....
- make an appointment to take the required placement tests;
- obtain a copy of your transfer credits via the Degree Evaluation system for your advising appointment;
- during Open Registration (mid-April or mid-November, see the Academic Calendar), make an appointment to get advised so that you may register;
- after registration, get your ODU student ID; and,
- find out what other information is valuable to you by contacting campus offices.
So, as you can see, attending PREVIEW is the best route to take! Remember: Freshmen and all Business majors are required to attend PREVIEW.
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| COMPUTER PROBLEM - BLANK SCREEN |
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I have attempted to reserve PREVIEW and keep getting returned to a blank screen. What should I do?
Your computer may have crashed while you were attempting to reserve PREVIEW. Completely log out of your computer and turn it off. Wait a few minutes, then restart the computer. If you continue to have the same problem, then contact the PREVIEW Office (preview@odu.edu or 757-683-3428). Be VERY CAREFUL when typing your information. |
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| COMPUTER PROBLEMS - RESERVING PREVIEW |
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I'm having a problem making my reservation on-line. What should I do? You must meet the Admissions criteria to reserve PREVIEW on-line?
a) You must be fully accepted to attend ODU.
b) You must plan to enroll in the upcoming semester.
c) You must be an undergraduate, degree-seeking student.
d) You must plan to take courses on the ODU main campus.
e) Your UIN and birth date must be accurate in the University system.
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| CREDIT CARD OR BANKCARD PAYMENT |
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Can I pay for PREVIEW with a credit card or bankcard? What if I encounter a problem? Yes. When reserving PREVIEW on-line and paying with a credit or bankcard (with a MasterCard or Visa logo only), be sure that you are carefully entering an active card number and expiration date, along with the secure code. The secure code is the last 3 numbers located on the BACK of the card in the signature section. Enter the name of the person on the card (the cardholder). Be sure that the funds are available in the account.
If you have left the reservation site without paying and had the intention to pay with a credit or bankcard, you can return to the site and pay with the card to finalize your reservation. Just follow the instructions on how to Revisit Your Reservation. Remember, you will only receive a PREVIEW date if you pay the fee.
Feel free to contact our office immediately if you have a question.
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| CREDIT HOURS - UNSURE |
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What if I don't remember the exact number of transfer credit hours I earned? No problem. Just provide an estimate; i.e., if you have earned an associate degree, then you have completed at least 60 credit hours. Include the hours you will end at the end of the school term if you are currently enrolled. |
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| CREDIT/DEGREE EVALUATION |
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How can I measure my academic progress or view my credits on-line? Use the degree evaluation tool in Leo Online. For instructions to run a degree evaluation, review the Degree Evaluation Brochure for Students. |
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| DATE CHANGE |
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Can I change my PREVIEW date? Yes, just follow the on-line procedures by clicking on GO REVIEW YOUR RESERVATION on our PREVIEW home page, or contact the PREVIEW Office, (757) 683-3428 or preview@odu.edu, to request a date change. Please be aware that once you have changed your PREVIEW date, you will lose your seat for your original date. Participants are allowed to have only one PREVIEW seat reserved.
Remember: The earlier PREVIEW date you select, the better selection of courses from which to choose. There are no exceptions to the dates that are already filled to capacity. |
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| DEFERMENT |
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How do I defer enrollment to another semester? Contact the Office of Admissions (admit@odu.edu or 757-683-3685) to inform them of your plans to defer to a future semester at the University. Be sure to notify the Orientation/PREVIEW Office of your decision if you've already made a reservation. You will not need to attend the current orientation program if you do not plan to attend the University the upcoming semester.
If you have made a PREVIEW reservation and paid the fee(s), then you will need to submit a written (e-mail or letter) notice of cancellation/refund request at least 3 days prior to your scheduled orientation date in order to receive a refund. PREVIEW fees are non-refundable after attendance. |
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| DINING / MEALS / VEGETARIAN or VEGAN |
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What type of meals does Old Dominion University offer? I'm a vegan/vegetarian. Will this be a problem during meals at PREVIEW? No. Our PREVIEW menu consists of a variety of foods that appeal to everyone, and include vegetarian/vegan options. Visit the Campus Dish web page for details about the University's dining menus.
The University Card Center also provides information about meal plans during the school year.
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| DISABILITY |
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I have a disability/special need. Whom should I contact for assistance? Students, parents, guardians or guests with special needs who desire interpreters or other accommodations must contact the Office of Disability Services, (757) 683-4655, at least two weeks prior to their scheduled PREVIEW date. Wheelchairs are not available for use. |
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| DISTANCE LEARNING |
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I do not plan to take ODU classes at the main campus. Should I attend PREVIEW? It depends on the circumstance. PREVIEW is basically for undergraduate, degree-seeking students who plan to take classes at the ODU main campus.
Contact the TELETECHNET Center (757-683-3724) regarding orientation for ODU students participating in Distance Learning. You can also receive information about orientation for distance learning students by visiting the Distance Learning: Student Orientation web page.
A Special Note to Business Majors: If you will only be taking courses at a local Hampton Roads site other than the main campus (Virginia Beach Higher Education Center, Peninsula Higher Education Center or Tri-Cities Higher Education Center), please submit an update request at the Advising Inquiry for Undergraduate Business Majors/Minors webpage so that your site code can be correctly identified as soon as possible. Students who are planning to attend a site outside Hampton Roads should contact the director of the site they wish to attend. For more information, contact the
CPBA Office at (757) 683-5777 or the Advising Inquiry for Undergraduate Business Majors/Minors webpage above.
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| DUAL ENROLLMENT |
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Should I attend Freshman PREVIEW if I have dual enrollment credit from a college? If you have not yet graduated from high school or have recently graduated, then you are considered a freshman coming to ODU; therefore, you're required to attend Freshman PREVIEW regardless of dual enrollment credits. |
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| EARLY ARRIVAL/OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS |
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What accommodations are available for participants who need to arrive the day before PREVIEW? PREVIEW participants (students and/or parents/guests) who need early arrival accommodations must make their own arrangements for overnight lodging off campus. A list of nearby hotels is included in the PREVIEW confirmation packet. |
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| E-MAIL ADDRESSES |
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Why is an e-mail address required when making a PREVIEW Reservation? Providing an e-mail address allows the Orientation/PREVIEW staff to communicate with you effectively and quickly. We’ll be able to send you any documents or quick links to requested information. If you choose to pay your PREVIEW fee using the check method, then you'll receive automated e-mail reminders, notices, and receipts. All information collected on the Orientation/PREVIEW site is for University business only. It is advised that you enter your personal e-mail address (instead of your ODU e-mail address) on your PREVIEW reservation since you are most comfortable using the personal e-mail address at this point.
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A new service of the Orientation/PREVIEW Office is the ODU Family Connection. If parents/guardians would like to join the Family Connection and be kept informed of relevant University events, announcements, and valuable parent information, they are encouraged to provide their e-mail address(es) on your PREVIEW reservation in order to be added to the list of recipients. |
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| FEE REDUCTION |
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Is there a reduction in the fee if I don't want to eat meals or attend certain sessions? There are no reductions in the fee. Students are required to attend all sessions (especially freshmen), and meals are prepared with respect to the number of reservations received. The cost of meals is only a part of the PREVIEW fee. Our meal menu offers a variety of foods that should be appealing to all participants. |
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| FEES - FRESHMAN PREVIEW |
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What do the fees cover at Freshman PREVIEW? The student fee covers the cost of meals at PREVIEW and the Week of Welcome (WOW), peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The parent/guest fee includes the cost of meals, peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The PREVIEW fee is not covered by scholarships or financial aid. |
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| FEES - MIDYEAR PREVIEW |
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What do the fees cover at Midyear PREVIEW? The student fee covers the cost of lunch, peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The parent/guest fee includes lunch, peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The PREVIEW fee is not covered by scholarships or financial aid. |
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| FEES - TRANSFER PREVIEW |
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What do the fees cover at Transfer PREVIEW? The student fee covers the cost of lunch, peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The parent/guest fee includes lunch, peer PREVIEW counselor staff, support services and resource materials.
The PREVIEW fee is not covered by scholarships or financial aid. |
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| FINANCIAL HOLD |
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Will having a financial hold on my record hinder anything? Yes. All financial debts (insufficient funds, parking fines, etc) or any other holds must be paid or cleared so that you can make transactions to your record (registration).
You may use the Student Records link in the secure area of LEO Online to see your holds (View Holds); or, you can get there from the Check Your Registration Status screen. Other pages in LEO also have a View Holds link.
For more information about “holds” or “blocks”, visit the Registration Holds web page. |
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| FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEST |
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Do I need to take the Foreign Language Test? All students who have studied a foreign language in high school for three or more years who wish to continue in that same language must take the Foreign Language Achievement Test.
Students with fewer than 3 years of foreign language study in high school may take the test if they wish; otherwise, they must begin with the 101F course.
Foreign Language courses below the 300 levels are not open to native speakers.
Students are advised to contact the Testing Center at (757) 683-3697 to schedule an appointment to take the test. There is a fee for this test that should not be included with the PREVIEW fee. The Testing Center is located in Room 138 of the Gornto TELETECHNET Center. |
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| GUEST CANCELLATION |
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Can I remove a guest on my reservation? Will I get a refund? Yes. You may remove a guest by either revisiting your reservation to make the change, or by contacting the Orientation/PREVIEW Office to request the removal.
Credit card accounts are not automatically credited when a guest is removed. In order to receive a refund, the Orientation/PREVIEW Office must receive a written request at least 3 days prior to the PREVIEW date. Fees are non-refundable at check-in. The PREVIEW Office will manually process the refund, and a check from the University will be issued to the student. Allow 4-6 weeks to receive the refund. |
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| HONORS COLLEGE |
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What is Honors College and how do I apply? Visit Old Dominion University's Honors College web page or contact the Honors College Office, (757) 683-4865, for further details.
Criteria used to select the limited number of first year students admitted annually include high school grade point average and curriculum, Scholastic Aptitude Test scores, class rank, and a written personal statement. Other students are admitted on the basis of a 3.50 college grade point average, the completion of no more than 36 college credit hours, and two letters of recommendation from college faculty members. Evidence of leadership qualities and potential is also weighed heavily in screening students.
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| HONORS PREVIEW - CANNOT ATTEND |
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What should I do if I've been accepted into the Honors Program but cannot attend the Honors PREVIEW? It is preferred that you attend the Honors College PREVIEW, but you may attend another Freshman PREVIEW if you cannot attend the Honors PREVIEW due to extenuating circumstances. Be sure to notify the Honors College in advance of your PREVIEW date so that important documents can be prepared and included in the PREVIEW folder you'll receive at check-in. For further details, contact the Honors College, (757) 683-4865. |
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| HOUSING (ON-CAMPUS) DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR FOR NEW STUDENTS |
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How soon can I apply for on-campus housing for the school year? Your Admissions acceptance letter instructs you to visit the Admissions website that includes a link to Housing Services, providing you with detailed information. Visit the Applying for Housing web page for further details.
If you plan to live on campus, then be sure to apply early.
If the Housing Agreement is currently not available for download over the Web, please contact Student Housing (757-683-4290 or 800-766-0833 or housing @odu.edu) and request to have a housing agreement mailed to you. |
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| INTERNATIONAL/PERMANENT RESIDENT STUDENT |
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I'm an international/permanent resident student. What PREVIEW should I attend? International students needing to register for required English language courses must do so before attending an Orientation/PREVIEW program. For more information on the required English language courses, visit the English Language Center (ELC) web page, or call (757) 683-4424.
New international undergraduate students who have fulfilled the TOEFL requirements and already live in the United States may attend the Freshman, Transfer/Adult, or Midyear PREVIEW, depending on their status and entry term.
International students who are full-time ELC, in the Study Abroad program, or are in a graduate program do not attend Orientation/PREVIEW. For more information, contact the Office of International Students and Scholar Services, (757) 683-4756 or intlstu@odu.edu.
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| LATE PREVIEW FEE PAYMENT |
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Can I make a reservation and pay the PREVIEW fee later? No, the only way to obtain a PREVIEW date is to pay when you make your reservation. A pending reservation without payment will not have a date connected to it.
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| LENGTH OF THE PROGRAM |
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How long does the orientation program last? All PREVIEWs are one-day programs. A tentative schedule for students and parents/guests is included in the PREVIEW Confirmation Packet. The orientation program ends at approximately 5:00 p.m.
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| MISSED PREVIEW |
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What should I do if I missed my scheduled PREVIEW Date? If you made your reservation on-line, you may revisit your reservation by clicking on the Go: Review Your Reservation link and follow the steps indicated. Go to PREVIEW Date and click the EDIT button to choose another available date; then, click the UPDATE button to save the change. Print your updated reservation. You may also contact the Orientation/PREVIEW Office to request a date change. Only PREVIEW dates that still have seats available will be offered. |
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| NON-TRADITIONAL FRESHMAN |
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I'm an incoming freshman who's 21 years/older. Am I required to attend PREVIEW? Yes, you are required to attend Freshman PREVIEW. |
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| NOT ATTENDING ODU AS SCHEDULED |
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I have decided not to attend ODU this fall. How can I get a refund? If you're an incoming freshman, then you are required to attend PREVIEW. If you decide not to attend ODU, then you must first contact the Admissions Office, admit@odu.edu or 757-683-3685, to request a withdrawal or deferment to a future semester.
Incoming transfer students with 24+ credit hours who are non-Business majors are highly encouraged to attend PREVIEW, but are not required.
To cancel your PREVIEW date, you must submit a written cancellation/refund request to the Orientation/PREVIEW Office at least 3 days prior to your scheduled orientation date. Refunds are non-refundable if you decide not to attend the University after attending PREVIEW.
The Orientation/PREVIEW Office will manually process the refund, and a check from the University will be issued to the student. Allow 4-6 weeks to receive the refund check. Credit card accounts will not be credited.
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| OPEN HOUSE/ADMITTED STUDENT DAY vs. PREVIEW |
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What's the difference between Open House or Admitted Student Day and PREVIEW? Open House and Admitted Student Day are general information sessions about the University, whereas PREVIEW and the Week of Welcome are in-depth learning experiences and activities for admitted students.
Visit the Open House web page or contact the Admissions Office for more information. |
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| PARENTS/GUESTS ATTENDING PREVIEW |
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Should parents/guests attend PREVIEW? We believe that family and guests play an important role in college success and we invite adult family members and guests to attend orientation as well, but it is not a requirement. PREVIEW for family and guests runs separately and concurrently with the student program and features informational sessions, meetings with administrators and faculty, and an introduction to services especially designed for family members of Old Dominion students. Since PREVIEW is designed for high school graduates and adults, it is suggested that infants and younger children not attend PREVIEW, as day care services are not provided. |
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| PARENTS/GUESTS IN ADVISING/REGISTRATION SESSION |
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Will my parents be able to assist me with course registration during PREVIEW? Parents/guests do not participate in the course selection process. The departmental advisor of your intended major will assist you with course selection to ensure that you receive the correct courses to fulfill the degree requirements according to your major and placement test results, and provide you with contact information for future communication after PREVIEW. PREVIEW Counselors (current students) will also assist you with the course registration process.
Old Dominion University complies with the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA guarantees students certain rights with respect to their education records. Visit the University Registrar: Privacy of Information web page for further details.
Be sure to retain the advisor's contact information. If your parent/guest has questions or wishes to meet with your assigned advisor, you may contact the advisor some time after your PREVIEW date to make a family appointment. The line of communication with your family depends on you. |
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| PHYSICAL THERAPY MAJOR |
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I wish to major in Physical Therapy, but it's not on the Major list. What should I do? There is no undergraduate Physical Therapy program. Visit the School of Physical Therapy web site for further details. Check out their FAQ, or contact the College of Health Sciences, (757) 683-4960. |
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| PREVIEW |
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What is PREVIEW? PREVIEW is the name of Old Dominion University's undergraduate orientation program. This program provides information about the University's policies and procedures, services offered, and assistance with course registration
PREVIEW participants will receive a wealth of information about Old Dominion University programs and services. Students meet with faculty advisors, learn about degree requirements, and register for classes. Students and family/guests will also have the opportunity to talk to representatives from residence life, student activities, auxiliary services (bookstore, housing, parking, dining services, etc.), and other important offices that provide services to ODU students. Students will meet and interact with PREVIEW Counselors, upperclassmen who will be their hosts during the program. |
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| PREVIEW TYPES |
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How do the PREVIEW types differ? Click on each PREVIEW type (Freshman, Transfer/Adult, and Midyear) to receive details about the orientation programs.
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| REFUNDS: BY CHECK ONLY |
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A cancellation/refund request will be approved only if it is received in WRITING no later than 3 business days prior to the selected orientation date. The Orientation/PREVIEW Office is unable to refund by crediting cards. Due to this current status, and upon receipt of a WRITTEN request according to policy, refund paperwork will be prepared immediately and forwarded it to the University Accounts Payable Office for processing so that a check will be issued. Students should allow 4-6 weeks to receive the check, although it should not take that long.
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| REGISTRATION |
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| SATS & PLACEMENT TESTS |
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I took the SAT or ACT. As an incoming freshman, do I still need to take the Writing and Math tests?
All incoming, degree-seeking, undergraduate students are required to take ODU's Writing Sample Placement Test regardless of any tests taken prior to their acceptance to the University.
Freshman Students: Your SAT score (or ACT score if you did not take the SAT) will determine your Math Placement. If you wish to challenge your placement in math based on your SAT or ACT score, then you may contact the Testing Center to schedule to take the COMPASS Math Placement Test. If you have transferable college math credit (Math for Critical Thinking, Statistics, College Algebra, PreCalculus or Calculus), then you are not required to take the Math Placement Test.
Transfer Students: If you do not have transferable math credit or have not met the math requirement for your major, then you will need to take the COMPASS Math Placement Test.
For more information about placement tests and SAT/ACT/AP scores, contact the Testing Center (757-683-3697), or visit the
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| SECOND-DEGREE STUDENTS |
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What PREVIEW should I reserve if I'm a second-degree student? Seeking a second undergraduate degree qualifies you to attend the Transfer PREVIEW. If you're intended major falls under the College of Business, then you are required to attend the Transfer PREVIEW to meet with the advisor and register for courses. |
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| SPECIAL EDUCATION MAJOR |
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I wish to major in Special Education, but it's not on the Major list. What should I do? The University only offers a minor in Special Education on the undergraduate level; therefore, students have the option of selecting either the Elementary Education program or a Secondary education major (i.e.: Mathematics, History, English, etc.).
The nice thing about the Early Childhood Track (PK-3rd grade) offered through the Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) department is that the major has a built-in minor in Special Education that is already part of the program. For the other majors, Elementary Education (PK-6th grade in IDS) or one of the Secondary Education tracks (in either the College of Science or Arts and Letters), the students have to add the minor in Special Education in order to go on for the graduate program in Special Education.
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| SPRING SEMESTER ATTENDANCE (JANUARY-MAY) |
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I plan to attend ODU in the spring semester. Should I attend a summer PREVIEW? No. Midyear PREVIEWs (held in December and January) are available for freshman and transfer students who plan to enroll in the spring semester. The Orientation/PREVIEW Office begins accepting reservations for Midyear PREVIEW in October. Freshmen and all Business majors entering the spring semester are required to attend Midyear PREVIEW. Click on Midyear PREVIEW for further details about this one-day orientation program. |
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| STUDENT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS |
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What is the pre-entrance health and immunization requirement? All full-time students entering Old Dominion University must submit a completed Health History Form and provide evidence of having received 2 doses of the MMR vaccine, 1 dose of Meningitis vaccine (or the signed waiver form), 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine (or the signed waiver form), and a current Td vaccine booster within the last 10 years. Students may also be required to show proof of a recent PPD Tuberculosis Skin test based on risk factors that are on the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment on the Health History Form. This form must be returned by mail or faxed to Student Health Services prior to course registration for your second semester.
It is not required that you submit the required health history information prior to your PREVIEW date; however, if you are a full-time, degree seeking student, you should submit the required information as soon as possible.
For more information, visit the Student Health Services web page, or call 757-683-3132.
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| STUDENT ID NUMBER or UIN? |
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What is my Student ID or University ID Number? Old Dominion University has moved away from use of the Social Security Number for on-line and paper transactions. Now, upon acceptance to the University, each student is assigned a unique University Identification Number (UIN).
To retrieve your UIN:
- Visit the Leo Online web page.
- Click Enter LEO Online News and Secure Area.
- Read the news and click the key at the bottom of the page to proceed to the login area.
- Log in to LEO Online. You will first enter your Social Security Number as your User ID and your birth date as your PIN to get your UIN.
- Click View University and MIDAS Identification Numbers.
While you're retrieving your UIN, change your password (PIN) to protect your privacy. Record your information and keep in a secure location. Take a moment to read all of the other important information on the LEO Online News page. You will visit LEO Online often for enrollment, to make payments, and more.
Note: You will only use your UIN and birth date (not your PIN) to make your PREVIEW reservation.
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| TESTS: FEES |
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Is there a fee to take the placement tests? There is no fee to take the Writing and Math Placement Tests; however, there is a fee to take the Foreign Language Test. Contact the Testing Center, 757-683-3697, for further details. |
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| TESTS: STUDY GUIDES or SAMPLE TESTS |
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Is there a study guide for the Writing and Math Placement Tests?
The Writing Sample Placement Test (WSPT) is a 90-minute essay test. A student is expected to write a 400/500-word expository essay in response to one of two “should”, “would”, or “could” questions derived from three topic areas: Basic Human Rights, Television, and Education. The essay should have an introduction, a body of paragraphs supporting the thesis statement, and a conclusion. The WSPT is offered at all orientation programs. Visit the Writing Center: Tips and Guidelines web page for more information.
Transfer students who have not fulfilled their Math requirement must take the University’s Math COMPASS Test to determine course placement. This computer-adaptive assessment for Math starts all students in College Algebra and then adapts to an individual’s mathematics skill level. This un-timed test, which takes approximately 45 minutes, is used to determine minimum competency required to succeed in Math courses. Students needing to take the Math test may contact the Testing Center, 757-683-3697, to schedule to take the test. For sample math questions, visit both the Math Numerical Skills/Pre-Algebra and College Algebra/Geometry/Trigonometry web pages for sample questions and more information. Feel free to visit the Testing Center for more information. |
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| WEEK OF WELCOME (WOW) |
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What is the Week of Welcome (WOW)? WOW, for students only, is part two of required freshman orientation at Old Dominion University. This program gives the incoming freshman a chance to meet his/her entire freshman class along with faculty, staff, and upperclassmen. WOW is held the week before fall semester. This event is an exciting time for everyone to welcome the incoming class. Further details will be provided during PREVIEW. You will also be sent e-mail reminders. |
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