by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Hampton worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Hampton is ranked #2,915 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Virginia, it ranks #76 of 81 for value.
Among the majors Hampton offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Retail and Sales | #16 of 17 |
| General Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations | #16 of 17 |
| General Sales & Marketing | #25 of 28 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #27 of 29 |
| General Health & Wellness | #80 of 83 |
| Health Services | #80 of 83 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #159 of 178 |
| Business Administration / Management | #238 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #238 of 266 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #241 of 263 |
Below is the detailed Hampton value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Hampton University is ranked #36 out of #92 in Virginia for quality and #76 out of #81 for Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Hampton financial aid page to be sure.
Hampton University is ranked #2,915 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Hampton University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Hampton costs about $28,840. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $115,360 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $46,031 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,319 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,840 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $115,360 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Hampton net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Hampton degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $184,124 | — | — |
| All Students | $115,360 | #2,915 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $101,276 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $184,124 | — | — |
| All Students | $115,360 | #76 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $101,276 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Hampton shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $29,338 |
| $30K–$48K | $30,636 |
| $48K–$75K | $32,980 |
| Over $110K | $44,119 |
About 83% of Hampton undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $18,630 per year. Get more details on the Hampton financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Hampton net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.