Last year, more than 3,500 high school students attended the event that includes campus tours and informational sessions about academic programs, financial aid opportunities and admission requirements. Parents and counselors also may attend question and answer sessions while the students get a taste of the college atmosphere for a day. Students will be able to fill out applications on site and speak with admissions officers about enrollment opportunities.
Registration is free.
Registration will be held at the Hampton University Convocation Center from 7 - 9 a.m. Activities and events are planned through 5 p.m. Hampton University is an historically black university. Founded in 1868, the University offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs, including new academic offerings in pharmacy, physical therapy, computer engineering and entrepreneurship. The University's waterfront campus is located in southeastern Virginia and maintains an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 5,700 students.