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The online application process for Hampden-Sydney is painless. Use the H-SC Online Application or the Common Application and choose which Admission Plan is best for you. You may apply as early as August 1, 2025 for the Fall 2026 semester.

Application Process

Applying online is quick and easy.

High School Applicant

You will need to send the following after submitting your application:

  • Standardized Tests: SAT (Code #5291) or ACT (Code #4356)
    • test-optional available for class entering the fall of 2026
  • Official High School Transcript
  • Counselor Recommendation
  • Teacher Recommendation
  • Early Decision Agreement (for Early Decision applicants)

Please note: In order to be reviewed, all checklist items must be received.

What is my deadline?

Early Decision I (November 3) 
If Hampden-Sydney is your first-choice school, this is the best way to apply. You'll know quickly whether or not you've been accepted and won't have to spend your senior year worrying about applying to other colleges or waiting for those acceptance letters. Early decision is a binding agreement which means you're expected to attend H-SC if you're accepted and receive an adequate financial aid package.

Early Action I (October 15) and Early Action II (December 1)
This is a good choice if you want to get the college application process finished early but not ready to make a commitment yet. You will need to make your college choice by May 1.

Regular Decision (February 2)
This is your last chance to apply to H-SC for fall admission. This is usually the most competitive round of admission at H-SC. If accepted, you have until May 1 to decide whether or not you wish to attend.

Admission Office

Graham Hall 103 | Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943
(434) 223-6120 | (800) 755-0733
admissions@hsc.edu

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Financial Aid

Hampden-Sydney College offers many financial aid options to qualifying students including scholarships, grants, and financial aid.