Hampton University

If you want to apply to Hampton University, the regular decision application deadline is March 1 and the fee for the application costs $50.

Hampton University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Hampton University's admissions stats.

Hampton University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Mean SAT Score	1059
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	33%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	14%
Waitlist	No

Hampton University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Hampton University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	––	––

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Want to Apply Early to Hampton University?

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Hampton University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Hampton University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Hampton University Admissions

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Is Hampton University Challenging To Get Into?

Hampton University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Hampton University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Hampton University accepted 36% of all applicants, approximately 4,749 from the 13,192 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Hampton University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Hampton University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Hampton University

Hampton University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Hampton University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Hampton University

What does Hampton University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Hampton University for more information on admission factors.

Hampton University Application Requirements

To apply to Hampton University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Hampton University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	audition for music
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Hampton University?

Students admitted to Hampton University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 45% submitted a class rank. At Hampton University 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 19% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Hampton University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	11%
3.75 and 3.99	9%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	21%
2.50 and 2.9	24%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Hampton University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Hampton University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Hampton University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 33% of Hampton University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Hampton University?

To be competitive with other Hampton University applicants, you should strive to score between 990 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Hampton University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Hampton University student is 1059.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Hampton University students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Hampton University students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Hampton University?

To be most competitive at Hampton University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Hampton University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Hampton University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Hampton University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Hampton University.

Transfer students can enroll in Hampton University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

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Hampton University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Hampton University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Hampton University.

Does Hampton University accept transfer credits?

✅ Hampton University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Hampton University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Hampton University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Hampton University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Hampton University?

❌ No, Hampton University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Hampton University's acceptance rate?

✅ Hampton University's acceptance rate is 36%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Hampton University?

🟨 Hampton University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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