How It Works

ODU Distance Learning can be a wonderful alternative for students without time or options to get to main campus.

Buy, Rent or Download Textbooks


As a distance learning student at ODU, you can shop for your class books and materials at our online bookstore,
ODU Express (www.odudlbooks.com).

With ODU Express, you can:

  • Buy, rent or download textbooks (contact ODU Express Customer Service to rent or download books)
  • Place orders in a secure online environment any time of day or night
  • Count on friendly, knowledgeable customer service

ODU Express is managed by a division of Follett Higher Education Group, which also manages the bookstore on Old Dominion’s main campus.

ODU Express Customer Service Contacts

Note: Virginia Beach and Peninsula Higher Education Center Students
Textbooks/coursepaks are typically sold at the Virginia Beach and Peninsula Higher Education Centers during the first two weeks of classes.

NCPACE Students

Military students taking undergraduate and graduate courses with NCPACE should contact the NCPACE contractor about ordering course materials first.

Master of Engineering Management (MEM) students should review  the MEM procedures page for details.