Hampton University

It is moderately difficult to get into Hampton University. The acceptance rate at Hampton University is 36%. Out of 13,192 applications received in 2023, 4,749 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Hampton University, the regular decision application deadline is March 1 and the application fee costs $50.

Hampton University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Hampton University 2023	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	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	3 1	–

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Applying Early to Hampton University?

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Hampton University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Hampton University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will boost their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive 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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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 determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

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

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

Hampton University 2022-2023 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
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 highlights 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 is a test optional school. 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.

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.

More Information on Transferring to Hampton University

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

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer 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.

Do I have to submit test scores to Hampton University?

❌ No, Hampton University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Hampton University's acceptance rate?

✅ Hampton University has an acceptance rate of 36%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Hampton University?

❌ Hampton University does not offer early decision.

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