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Hampton University, also referred to as HU, is a private, coeducational HBCU (historically black colleges and universities) university. It is located in Hampton, Virginia, United States. It was established on April 1, 1868, to teach blacks and mulattos how to read and write. It was legally chartered in 1870 and called Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute. In 1930, it was renamed to Hampton Institute. In 1984, it was raised to University status and renamed to Hampton University. Today, the University grants admission to more than 4,500 students every year.
Hampton University is organized into the following schools and colleges:
The University's sports teams are called the HU Pirates. The official mascot is Pirates. HU sponsors football, basketball, track, and tennis.
Hampton, VA is home to Hampton. Hampton is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Hampton go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in science and media.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. The school attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 45% of them (as of 2007-2008). Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 465. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 472 and 572.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Hampton has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 5,658 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). Hampton has a large minority student population.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Hampton offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Hampton values student athletics, and belongs to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 23668-0099
General Phone: (757) 727-5000
http://www.hamptonu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 282 | business management, marketing, business administration, accounting, finance, managerial economics, entrepreneurship, MIS, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 180 | registered nursing |
| Therapy and Counseling | 128 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 120 | political science, English, history, social services, general studies |
| Science | 104 | biology, biomedical sciences, physics, chemistry, marine biology, atmospheric physics, planetary science |
| Media | 99 | broadcast journalism, public relations, journalism, advertising |
| Medicine | 37 | pharmacy |
| Education and Teaching | 34 | school counseling, physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, education of learning disabled, English teaching, math teaching, music teaching, college student counseling, ... |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 32 | sports and fitness management, recreation and leisure studies |
| Architecture and Planning | 28 | architecture |
| Medical Support and Technology | 22 | speech pathology, health diagnostic professions |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 18 | computer science, information science, computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Music | 15 | music performance, music management |
| Engineering | 13 | engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering |
| Transportation | 13 | aviation operations, aviation tech, air traffic controller |
| Art Studies | 12 | art studies |
| Law | 11 | legal assistant |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 3 | religion, pastoral counseling and ministries |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 2 | fire services administration, criminal justice and safety |
| Mechanics and Repair | 2 | avionics maintenance |
| Hospitality | 0 | hotel management |
Number of programs and degrees for Hampton in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 988 | 53 |
| Master's degree | 105 | 25 |
| First-professional degree | 37 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 22 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 13 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 3 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 2 |
Hampton is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Hampton had a total enrollment of 5,658 students (5,847 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 34% |
| Women | 66% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 87% |
| Graduate | 9% |
| First Professional | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 6% |
| Black | 91% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 22% |
| Maryland | 13% |
| New York | 8% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| California | 8% |
| Georgia | 6% |
| North Carolina | 5% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 24 % |
Hampton offers campus housing for 3,000 of its 5,847 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hampton, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,700 | 3,438 | 45% | 1,185 | 34% |
| Men | 2,695 | 1,203 | 45% | 399 | 33% |
| Women | 5,005 | 2,235 | 45% | 786 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 465 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 472 | 572 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 67% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 30% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,392 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,392 |
| Room and board | $ 7,440 |
| Room charge | $ 3,870 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,570 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,150 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,688 |
Financial Aid:
Hampton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 371400)
Hampton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 63 | 43 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 19 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 92 | 132 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 8 | $111,389 | 7 | $85,587 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $63,225 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 23 | $65,109 | 27 | $76,702 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $23,588 | 3 | $32,031 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 8 | $44,269 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 9 | $54,744 | 8 | $36,827 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 50 | $66,308 | 55 | $64,758 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $77,553 | 15 | $62,813 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 36 | $57,353 | 35 | $56,756 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 50 | $52,420 | 69 | $49,996 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $34,888 | 15 | $37,914 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 7 | $47,941 | 3 | $40,722 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 127 | $58,620 | 139 | $51,509 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference |
| Track | Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 113 | 75 | 188 |
| Football | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| Track | 13 | 18 | 31 |
| Basketball | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| All Other Sports | 16 | 44 | 60 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Montessori Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Advertising
Broadcast Journalism
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Atmospheric Physics and Dynamics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Physics, General
Planetary Astronomy and Science
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Air Traffic Controller
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Hampton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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