25-03-2025
ODU to hold public forum on proposed tuition, fee increase
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — In Norfolk, Old Dominion University (ODU) is set to host a public forum to discuss a proposed tuition and fee increase.
Set to begin in the fall, the proposed increase ranges between 0 to 6.99% and affects both in-state and out-of-state undergraduate students. It is meant to reflect the university's accessibility and affordability commitment with the additional revenue being used for programs such as: STEM-H degree production investment, faculty services, facility operations, technological infrastructure and strategic initiatives, a release states.
Before making a final decision, the ODU Board of Visitors is holding a public forum on April 10.
In accordance to Section 23.1-307 of the Code of Virginia and Board Policy 1106, Public Comment on Undergraduate Tuition and Mandatory Fee Increases, the forum provides a chance for the university to present their proposed reasoning, while also being able to hear from the public. Following the presentation, Board of Visitors Members will be answering the audience's questions and concerns.
In order to comment, a request must be made beforehand. Requests are on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be made by April 9 at 10 a.m.
To make a request, email ODU's Director of Board Relations and Executive Operations, Mary Jo Karlis, at mkarlis@
The forum is set to be held in the university's Board Room of the Broderick Dining Commons from 2-3:30 p.m.
For more information regarding the forum and proposal, click here.
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