Hampton University Admission Requirements
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Hampton University Admission Overview
Hampton University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Hampton University admitted 62.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (B+) and SAT 790-1090 / ACT 13-22. Hampton University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Hampton University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Hampton University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Low
Admission difficulty for Hampton University
Acceptance Rate
The Hampton University acceptance rate is 62.2%. Last year, 11,133 of 17,885 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in Virginia.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Hampton University and can you get accepted?
Hampton University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Hampton University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Hampton University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.3Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.3
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Hampton University typically have around a 3.3 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Hampton University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #33 in Virginia for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Hampton University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
790-1090Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
49%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 411
- Math 379
- Composite 790
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 558
- Math 532
- Composite 1090
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Hampton University typically score around a 940 SAT (middle 50% 790–1090) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 29th percentile nationally. Hampton University ranks #37 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 790 to 1090
SAT policy
Hampton University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 940 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Hampton University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
13-22Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
16%25th Percentile Scores
- English 13
- Math 14
- Composite 13
75th Percentile Scores
- English 22
- Math 19
- Composite 22
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Hampton University typically have around a 17 ACT (mid-50 13–22) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 31st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Hampton University places #32 among colleges in Virginia for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 13 to 22
ACT policy
You may apply to Hampton University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 17.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Hampton University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Mar 1, 2027Days left to Apply
181Applicants have 181 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Mar 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Hampton University is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Hampton University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 62.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (790-1090); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232265.
GPA calculator: Hampton University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026