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Hampton University
Hampton University says yes to 62.3% of applicants. Focus less on getting in and more on what's below — starting with the $59,159 median earnings.
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Hampton University occupies suburban Hampton, VA — a private campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat. It is one of the nation's historically Black colleges and universities, a designation that shapes both its history and its present mission.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $94,216 four years out. 39.4% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 3,727 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 85.3% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 857 and 1226 — below the VA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Hampton University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Hampton University received 12,119 applications and admitted 5,850 (48.3%), with 1,207 enrolling.
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 857–1226 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, Hampton University's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 400 | 543 | 626 |
| SAT Math | 457 | 535 | 600 |
| ACT Composite | 12 | 19 | 24 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
How Hampton University compares
| Hampton University | Virginia median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 62.3% | 83.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $30,592 | $21,650 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $59,159 | $53,453 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors Hampton University: $59,159 median at year ten, versus $53,453 across Virginia institutions.
Cost, size & completion
Tuition runs $30,592 regardless of where you're from. At Hampton University, that sticker is a starting point for aid talks — not what the median family pays.
At 3,727 undergrads, Hampton University is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
57.2% graduate within six years. Roughly 43% don't — ask a Hampton University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Hampton University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $94,216 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $82,252 |
| Political Science and Government | $64,293 |
| Journalism | $61,675 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $54,437 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $54,286 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $53,602 |
| Biology, General | $49,539 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $48,610 |
| Marketing | $47,479 |
| Psychology, General | $45,749 |
Median earnings for these 11 Hampton University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $59,159 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 40 additional Hampton University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Hampton University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 857–1226 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 62.3% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Hampton University's acceptance rate?
48.3% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 5,850 admitted from 12,119 applicants.
How much does Hampton University cost?
At Hampton University, published tuition is $30,592 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Hampton University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Hampton University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $59,159 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Virginia
- Hollins University — 68% admitted
- James Madison University — 71.5% admitted
- Emory & Henry University — 83.7% admitted
- University of Mary Washington — 79.8% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.