Annual Scholarship for Incoming Freshmen and Continuing Students
2026 - 2027 Academic Year
Applications Open: February 16, 2026
Applications Close: April 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST
An Investment in Hampton Excellence
The Northern Virginia Chapter of the National Hampton Alumni Association proudly awards scholarships to incoming and continuing students attending Hampton University.
These scholarships are awarded directly to the University on the student’s behalf and are applied toward the student’s cost of attendance.
For our Chapter, this scholarship represents more than financial assistance. It reflects a longstanding commitment to service, academic excellence, and the belief that a Hampton education has the power to shape lives, families, and communities. We value not only supporting students financially, but also building lasting relationships with our scholarship recipients throughout their Hampton journey.
Scholarship Details
Eligibility
Continuing students who apply must be prior recipients of the scholarship.
Be a resident of the Northern Virginia region, including:
Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, Stafford, Fauquier Counties; and the Cities of Alexandria, Culpeper, Falls Church, Fairfax, Manassas, Manassas Park, and Fredericksburg
Have a minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
Submit a current official transcript (with seal)
Provide one personal recommendation letter on official letterhead
(Ex: teacher, counselor, minister, employer; relatives are not permitted)
Complete a typed, double-spaced essay
(500-word max; essay prompts are included in the application)
Awards
A minimum of six (6) scholarships will be awarded for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Scholarship funds are awarded directly to Hampton University on the student’s behalf and applied toward the recipient’s cost of attendance
Timeline
February 16, 2026 – Application Opens
April 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EST) – Application Closes
Spring 2026 – Applications Reviewed
June 2026 – Recipients Announced
July 2026 – Funds Distributed to Hampton University
A Tradition of Service and Support
Our Chapter holds this scholarship process near and dear to our hearts. It represents decades of alumni leadership, service, and commitment to ensuring that students from our region have access to the opportunities a Hampton education provides.
We remain engaged with scholarship recipients beyond the award itself, offering encouragement, connection, and continued support as they progress through their academic journey and beyond.
Apply
Please ensure all required materials are submitted before the deadline. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.
We recommend gathering transcripts and recommendations letters in advance.
Questions or Need Assistance?
Students, parents, educators, clergy, and community members with questions about the scholarship process are welcome to contact us.