Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hampden-Sydney College has a 40% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hampden-Sydney College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
40%
Selective
Application Volume
3,262
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hampden-Sydney College has a 40% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hampden-Sydney College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Hampden-Sydney College. About 22% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,040 to 1,310. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 23 to 29.
SAT Scores
22% of students submitted400
1600
1040 – 1310
200
800
530 – 650
200
800
510 – 660
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
23 – 29
1
36
24 – 29
1
36
23 – 27
Admission Statistics
3,262 students applied to HSC. Of those, 40% were accepted (1,298 students). Of these 1,298 accepted students, 279 chose to enroll.
3,262
Total Applicants
1,298
Students Admitted
279
Students Enrolled
40%
Acceptance Rate