C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100

Hampton University

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Hampton, Virginia 23668
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A+
91/100
Prestige
C
49/100

Quick Stats

3,649
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
48%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Hampton University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#12
Communication Management and Strategic Communications
of 13 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,198 $26,198
Room $6,754
Board $6,232
Total Cost (On-Campus) $46,048 $46,048

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Biology/Biological Sciences, General 43 grads/yr Psychology, General 42 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 33 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 33 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 33 grads/yr Communication Management and Strategic Communications 31 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 29 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 23 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 22 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 20 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 19 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 18 grads/yr Finance, General 18 grads/yr Journalism 16 grads/yr Engineering, General 16 grads/yr Architecture 15 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 14 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 14 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Hampton University's top programs commonly pursue.

Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr 82,700 jobs
Food science technicians
$49k/yr 20,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,649
Total Students
68%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Hispanic 1%
Black 97%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 91%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hampton University?
Hampton University has an acceptance rate of 48%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Hampton University?
Tuition at Hampton University is $26,198 for in-state students and $26,198 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Hampton University?
The graduation rate at Hampton University is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Hampton University a good school?
Hampton University has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Hampton University?
Hampton University has a total enrollment of 3,649 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology