Academics
Preparing men not just for rewarding careers, but for extraordinary lives.
You can choose from 27 majors and 26 minors toward a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree--that's 50+ majors, minors, and special programs to help you find your passions, gifts, and purpose.
The cornerstone of Hampden-Sydney's academic experience, the Rhetoric Program offers a minor in Rhetoric and assures that every young man who graduates will know how to express himself clearly and confidently.
Hands-on research allows Hampden-Sydney men to spend a significant part of their education outside the classroom working side by side with professors on real problems and gaining invaluable experience.
With guided access to internships, study abroad, research, service learning, and hands-on classroom experiences, Compass gives every student the tools to navigate his future toward top jobs and graduate programs.
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Your life's most fulfilling experience starts here. Let us help you find your way.
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Student Life
Top 10 in "Students Who Recommend Their Colleges"
At H-SC, you'll get more than a degree. You will join a brotherhood older than America itself. Enjoy small class sizes, dedicated mentors, and a close-knit community on a 1,300-acre rural campus. In the end, you'll gain confidence, character, and the capability to achieve success.
Brothers Forever
Rated #2 Alumni Network by The Princeton Review
Lifelong friendships are not just a side effect of the Hampden-Sydney experience—they are the foundation of the College's culture and the cornerstone of its brotherhood. As you enter life after the Hill, you'll belong to one of the top alumni networks in the country, with a built-in network of partners, mentors, and advisors who will champion you throughout your life.
At other schools, athletics can be an exclusive pursuit, reserved for the elite. And while we pride ourselves on the 56 Conference Championships and 185 All-Americans we've produced, we're also proud of how many of our students don't just spectate, they participate. Over a third of our student body is part of intercollegiate sports, intramurals, and clubs. Enjoy competition and grow your sportsmanship at H-SC.
Latest News
Unlocking the History of Hampden-Sydney
7/18/2025
During the recent excavation of the foundation of Hampden-Sydney’s first classroom building constructed in 1776, students unearthed the building's original front lock, opening the door to a world of discovery.
H-SC Shows Strong Financial Marks
7/14/2025
Hampden-Sydney College has earned excellent financial marks in Forbes 2025 College Financial Grades analysis.
H-SC Named to Best Value Colleges List
7/9/2025
Hampden-Sydney College has been named to The Princeton Review’s 2025 Best Value Colleges list, earning the No. 2 rank for Best Alumni Network.
