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Hampton University

Hampton, VA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Hampton University campus
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Admission rate
62%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,683
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings
$63,602
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Hampton University is a private nonprofit college in Hampton, VA with 3,727 undergraduates. It admits 62% of applicants, and admitted students average 969 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,683 per year ($26,177 for families earning under $30,000). 64% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,602 ten years after enrolling.

HBCUprivate nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
62%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
12,119
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,850
Fall 2023
Yield
21%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing411–558
200800
SAT Math379–532
200800
ACT Composite13–22
136

What Hampton University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$48,132
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$31,512

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$26,177
  • $30–48k$23,233
  • $48–75k$13,803
  • $75–110k—
  • $110k+$24,307

Get a personal estimate with Hampton University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
64%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$63,602
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,843
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,727
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White0%
  • Hispanic0%
  • Black97%
  • Asian0%

Hampton University FAQ

What is Hampton University's acceptance rate?+

Hampton University admits 62% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Hampton University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 411–558 on SAT Reading and Writing and 379–532 on SAT Math; the average total is 969.

What ACT score do you need for Hampton University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 13–22.

Is Hampton University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Hampton University?+

In Fall 2023, 12,119 students applied to Hampton University and 5,850 were admitted; 1,207 enrolled.

Does Hampton University consider legacy status?+

No. Hampton University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Hampton University require an essay?+

Hampton University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Hampton University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $48,132 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,683.

What is Hampton University's graduation rate?+

64% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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