A private institution in Hampton, VA, founded in 1868.
Application fee: $60
“$60 Application Fee (waived August 1-September 30, 2026)”
From home.hamptonu.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
Early Action Deadline, Fall 2027: November 15, 2026
“Applications must be completed by November 15, 2026, to be eligible for an Early Action decision for Fall 2027.”
From home.hamptonu.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
Regular Decision Deadline, Fall 2027: March 1, 2027
“Applications must be completed by March 1, 2027, to be eligible for a Regular Decision for Fall 2027.”
From home.hamptonu.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
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Hampton University
Offered by the school itself
Entering college
“Admitted students with a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent who is a Hampton University alumnus are eligible to receive $1,000 per year.”
Largest figure stated: $1,000 per year
“A legacy student is defined as a first-time freshman who is a direct descendant of a Hampton University alumnus or alumna”
Hampton University
Offered by the school itself
Entering college
“Hampton University offers merit-based scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 per academic year.”
Largest figure stated: $25,000 per year
A minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA. Applicants under the test-optional policy are not eligible, and no separate application is needed.
“we proudly award competitive scholarships to outstanding first-time freshmen”
Thurgood Marshall College Fund and the Eastern Area Links
Only at the schools it names
Already enrolled
“Seventy five (75) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship up to $1,500 for the 2026-2027 academic year.”
Largest figure stated: $1,500 per year
For seniors: a two minute video, a GPA of 2.5 or higher and financial need.
“Be a full-time enrolled student as an undergraduate senior at one of the following schools during the 2026-2027 academic year:”
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