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Hampton University

Hampton, Virginia 23668-0099

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Known for business

Hampton University is a private institution in Hampton with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1062, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,159 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $32,145.

Established
1861
Motto
"The Standard of Excellence, An Education for Life"
Type
Private historically black research university
Division
Division I

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48%Acceptance
1062SAT Avg
3,254Students
15:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$59,159Earnings 10yr
$32,145Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Hampton University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate48.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1062

Reading & Writing
400626
Math
457600

ACT Score Range

Composite
1224

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

48.3%

Trend

SAT Avg

1062

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$29,162
Room & Board$12,986
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$45,968
Average Net Price$32,145
Median Debt at Graduation$25,442
Monthly Payment (10yr)$270

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$29,338
$30–48K$30,636
$48–75K$32,980
$110K+$44,119

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

43.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

24

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

5

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

2

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

7

Drug Arrests

5

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (103)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
3,254
Gender Split
68% / 32%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%

Race & Ethnicity

Black 98%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.7%
Freshman Retention84.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,721
10 Years$59,159

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#10
↓1
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

LacrosseDivision iiNit

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The campus was founded on the grounds of "Little Scotland", a former plantation in Elizabeth City County that is located on the Hampton River.
  • •In 1861 the American Missionary Association (AMA) responded to the former slaves' need for education and hired Mary Smith Peake as its first teacher at the camp.
  • •She first taught for the AMA on September 17, 1861, and was said to gather her pupils under a large oak.
  • •In 1863 the Emancipation Proclamation was read here—the first place in the Confederate states.
  • •It was first led by former Union General Samuel Chapman Armstrong.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

RIC Richmond63 mi
IAD Washington Dulles147 mi
BWI Baltimore-Washington150 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA463 mi · ~13h 23m drive
New York, NY284 mi · ~8h 12m drive
Hartford, CT382 mi · ~11h 2m drive
Providence, RI423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Albany, NY413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Syracuse, NY417 mi · ~12h 3m drive
Rochester, NY429 mi · ~12h 24m drive
Buffalo, NY427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Philadelphia, PA212 mi · ~6h 7m drive
Pittsburgh, PA308 mi · ~8h 54m drive
Harrisburg, PA227 mi · ~6h 33m drive
Newark, NJ282 mi · ~8h 9m drive
Washington, DC136 mi · ~3h 56m drive
Baltimore, MD158 mi · ~4h 34m drive
Atlanta, GA506 mi · ~14h 37m drive
Charlotte, NC280 mi · ~8h 5m drive
Raleigh, NC154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
Miami, FL810 mi · ~23h 24m drive
Orlando, FL655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
Tampa, FL721 mi · ~20h 50m drive
Nashville, TN582 mi · ~16h 49m drive
New Orleans, LA928 mi · ~26h 49m drive
Richmond, VA70 mi · ~2h 1m drive
Chicago, IL689 mi · ~19h 54m drive
Detroit, MI511 mi · ~14h 46m drive
Minneapolis, MN1037 mi · ~29h 57m drive
St. Louis, MO764 mi · ~22h 4m drive
Kansas City, MO1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Indianapolis, IN564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
Columbus, OH413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Cleveland, OH422 mi · ~12h 11m drive
Milwaukee, WI739 mi · ~21h 21m drive
Dallas, TX1193 mi · ~34h 28m drive
Houston, TX1204 mi · ~34h 47m drive
Austin, TX1313 mi · ~37h 56m drive
San Antonio, TX1380 mi · ~39h 52m drive
Los Angeles, CA2346 mi · ~67h 46m drive
San Francisco, CA2504 mi · ~72h 20m drive
San Diego, CA2315 mi · ~66h 53m drive
Seattle, WA2422 mi · ~69h 58m drive
Portland, OR2441 mi · ~70h 31m drive
Denver, CO1556 mi · ~44h 57m drive
Phoenix, AZ2020 mi · ~58h 21m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1916 mi · ~55h 21m drive
Honolulu, HI4893 mi · ~141h 21m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Richmond (RIC)63 miles
Rental car
95 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
126 min$76-126
Washington Dulles (IAD)147 miles
Rental car
221 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
294 min$176-294

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