Academics
H-SC prepares 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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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
H-SC Represented at Barbara Johns Statue Unveiling
1/23/2026
On December 16, a statue of Barbara Johns was unveiled in Emancipation Hall at the United States Capitol, attended by several Hampden-Sydney representatives, including one who contributed to the project.
H-SC Excels at Virginia Government Simulation
1/20/2026
From November 12 –14, 2025, the Institute for Democratic Empowerment and Pluralism at Virginia Commonwealth University hosted students from throughout the commonwealth for its 2025 Fall Virginia Government Simulation (VGS).
Lambda Circle Receives National Award
1/16/2026
The national office of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) has conferred the 2024—2025 Presidential Award of Excellence to the Lambda Circle, Hampden-Sydney’s chapter of the distinguished honor society.
