Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Old Dominion University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion University | $75,558 | $76,400 | +1% |
| University of West Georgia | $96,760 | $94,271 | -3% |
| Capella University | $89,907 | $83,717 | -7% |
| Missouri Baptist University | $83,275 | $78,854 | -5% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Old Dominion UniversityNorfolk | $12,262 | $75,558 | $76,400 | — | — |
 Regent UniversityVirginia Beach | $20,686 | $74,231 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $83,275 | — | — | — |
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About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Old Dominion University, approximately 37% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.