Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute was founded in 1868. As the academic program evolved from that of a secondary school into a four-year college, and then into a university, the school’s name changed to Hampton Institute (1930) and then to Hampton University (1984).

Hampton University offers 68 undergraduate programs, 27 master's degree programs, and 6 doctoral degree programs and 2 specialist in education degrees.

Online
Hampton University Online expands the reach of the university's stellar undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and professional development programs to serve the needs of a diverse community of learners who would otherwise be unable to access a high quality Hampton University education in any other manner. Hampton U Online combines top notch instruction with nurturing learner support services to ensure academic success and personal achievement.

Admission
Admission to the university is based on an evaluation of high school grades, an assessment of the subjects completed in high school, standardized college entrance examination test scores, a character reference, and an essay. Several academic programs have separate and/or additional admissions policies and may require additional information or criteria.

Scholarship Information
Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and subject to the availability of funds. Consideration of awards is granted, not guaranteed to students who meet minimum eligibility requirements.

Types of Awards
- Trustee
- Presidential
- Hampton Scholars
- Merit

Here is the types of loans offered:
- Federal Direct Stafford Student Loans
- Federal Perkins Loan
- Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
- Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan
- Alternative Loans