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Hampton University
Hampton,
VA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate36%
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About Hampton University
Hampton University is a private, nonprofit university in the city of Hampton, Virginia. Hampton University was founded in 1868. The university currently enrolls around 3,316 students a year, including 2,863 undergraduates.
Hampton University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Hampton University. Around 36% of applicants get into Hampton University each year. Out of 13,192 applications received in 2022, 4,749 students were offered admission.
| Hampton University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 36% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.3 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 33% |
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Hampton University is located in the city of Hampton, Virginia, near Norfolk.
If you are interested in seeing Hampton University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 64 to Hampton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Newport News/Williamsburg International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Hampton University and Hampton are like without leaving home.
College Info
Hampton University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Mar 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Mar 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Hampton University is Mar 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Hampton University is Mar 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Hampton University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
990 - 1170
Math SAT Range
490 - 580
Reading SAT Range
500 - 600
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1170 and Above
Good
990 to 1170
Avg
990 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Hampton University students is 1059. Applicants with SAT scores of 1170 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Hampton University, while applicants with SAT scores between 990 to 1170 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 990 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Hampton University.
Hampton University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$43,048
In State$43,048
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$26,198
$26,198
Fees
$3,214
$3,214
Housing
$13,636
$13,636
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Hampton University is like? There are approximately 3,316 students enrolled at Hampton University, including 2,863 undergraduate students and 453 graduate students. 95% percent of students attend school full-time, 21% percent are from VA and 79% percent of students are from other states.
95%
Full Time5%
Part Time21%
In State79%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,316
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
36%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Mar 1
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