Hampton University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Hampton, Virginia with 3,727 undergraduates. It admits 62% of applicants, costs an average of $25,683 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Hampton University acceptance rate and admissions
Hampton University admitted 62% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 411 to 558, math 379 to 532). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Hampton University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $60 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Hampton University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Hampton University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $31,512 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,988 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $48,132 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,683 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,683 a year after grants and scholarships, $22,449 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Hampton University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Hampton University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $63,602 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,843 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Hampton University majors and what graduates earn
Hampton University awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($94,216).
All 43 majors at Hampton University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Hampton University
20 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 20 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 17 | $64,763 | $60,905 |
| Architecture | Master's | 15 | $64,891 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 14 | n/a | $81,914 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Doctoral | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 9 | $83,639 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Professional doctorate | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Astronomy | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,727 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 68% women, 32% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hampton University?
Hampton University admitted 62% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Hampton University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $31,512. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,683 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Hampton University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 411 to 558 in reading and writing and 379 to 532 in math, and 13 to 22 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Hampton University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Hampton University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Hampton University?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Hampton University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $63,602 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.