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 Professors Among World’s Top Scientists
1/14/2026
Two faculty members have been recognized among the top two percent of scientists worldwide in the 2025 annual ranking published by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier.
From the Courtroom to the Classroom
1/6/2026
When she started college, Professor of Psychology Jenn Vitale had her sights set on the courtroom, but an academic curiosity in psychology quickly became a calling and the discovery of a passion she didn’t know she had.
A Snapshot of Hampden-Sydney's 250th Year
12/17/2025
As Hampden-Sydney College reflects on its enduring 250-year legacy, it looks toward a secure and vibrant future with strength that will allow the College to form good men and good citizens through changing times.
