Hampden-Sydney College
About
As one of only three remaining all-male liberal arts colleges in the United States, Hampden-Sydney College is best known for its centuries-old mission of "forming good men and good citizens" within a highly supportive, brotherhood-focused environment. Academically, the college features standout programs in economics and business, government, and history, all anchored by its famous and mandatory Rhetoric Program, which ensures every graduate possesses elite written and oral communication skills. The student experience is defined by a picturesque 1,300-acre historic campus, a vibrant social scene featuring active Greek life, and a strict, student-run Honor Code that fosters deep mutual trust. Additionally, students benefit from one of the most passionate and loyal alumni networks in the country, which consistently ranks among the best for securing internships and career placement.
Wikipedia:Hampden–Sydney College (H–SC) is a private liberal arts college for men in Hampden Sydney, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1775, it is the oldest privately chartered college in the Southern United States, the tenth-oldest college in the US, the last college founded before the American Declaration of Independence, and the oldest of the four-year, all-male liberal arts colleges remaining in the United States. Hampden–Sydney College is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register, and is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA).
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Hampden-Sydney College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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