ODU is classified as a Carnegie Research Institution with a "high" research activity. ODU's total R&D expenditures amounted to $96.2 million in FY 2009. According to the National Science Foundation, eighteen ODU programs are ranked amongst the top 100 of their respective national peers in terms of R&D expenditures. The university is ranked 61st in total R&D expenditures amongst institutions without affiliated medical schools, 89th in DOD research, and 50th in NASA research. In NIH funding, ODU has moved ahead 100 positions in six years.

Highlights

• Business Incubator and Accelerator Services
  • Business plan development
  • Marketing and PR assistance
  • Financing Strategy and access
  • Market research and sizing capabilities
  • Corporate formation and operations
• Access to World Renowned Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Development Platform
• Aggressive Technology Transfer and Licensing Programs
• Partnership with world-class faculty and researchers
• Motivated, capable student workforce (intern, co-ops)
• Custom training and employee development opportunities
• International relations and partnerships