The College's rigorous liberal arts foundation provides aspiring doctors with essential critical thinking skills, scientific knowledge, and communication abilities that medical schools actively seek. Through guaranteed admission agreements with Eastern Virginia Medical School, VCU School of Medicine, and other premier programs, qualified students can secure their path to medical school while still an undergraduate.
Tiger Tracks are designed to help students chart a course to his career goals, providing a roadmap of classes, activities, resources, and alumni connections.
The Biology department offers majors in Biology and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, and minors in Biology, Environmental Studies, and Neuroscience.
The Chemistry department offers a major and minor in Chemistry and a major in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology.
The Physics and Astronomy department offers majors in Physics and Engineering Physics and minors in Astronomy and Physics.
The Psychology department offers a Psychology major and a Neuroscience minor.
Students interested in health professions complete foundational coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and organic chemistry with corresponding laboratory components, meeting medical school prerequisites while pursuing their chosen major. The curriculum emphasizes advanced sciences including biochemistry, microbiology, and genetics, while courses like English Etymology help students master medical terminology.
The Pre-Health Society connects students with guest speakers, hospital visits, and networking opportunities while exploring current medical ethics and industry challenges. Students gain practical experience through the H-SC/Centra Rotational Shadowing Program, emergency medical technician training with the volunteer fire department, and research opportunities with faculty members. The Health Center and Counseling Center employs student workers who gain first-hand experience in family medicine practice.
Hampden-Sydney College ranks among The Princeton Review's top 25 best schools for internships, reflecting the institution's commitment to experiential learning opportunities. Students may receive academic credit for internships through designated coursework. The College offers internship scholarships to help offset financial constraints, ensuring that summer experiential learning opportunities.
Graduates pursue advanced study through guaranteed admission programs with several prestigious medical schools. Other partnerships include physical therapy at Lynchburg College and occupational therapy programs at Mary Baldwin University. The College's strong academic preparation and professional connections ensure that graduates gain acceptance to competitive programs nationwide.
Health Professions track students are able to take advantage of Hampden-Sydney College’s graduate school agreements.
“Ranny” Chitwood, Jr.
1968
Yevhen (Zhenya) Goncharov
2013
Kristian Hargadon
2001
A foundation for success
From economics and literature to physical sciences and fine arts, you can choose from 25 majors and 28 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.
Welcoming students, alumni and employers at any stage in their process
The Career Center not only helps students navigate the journey from exploring a career to finding a job, but it is also dedicated to supporting alumni and building success in whatever path they choose to pursue.
