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Compared to other schools that I considered, Hampton University is more academically focused, diverse and has more opportunities for internships, and other field related opportunities. Oppose to other schools, at Hampton I feel the school has a lot more school spirit and puts an emphasis on making new students feel welcome at their new "Home by the Sea!"

It also offers distance learning

The amount of African American history that one can indulge by attending Hampton University is extremely unique to me. Booker T. Washington is actually Hampton University's most distinguished graduate. Today, there is an undying culture as well as a healthy thirst for knowlede that lies among the students that attend Hampton. Other schools that I considered were not filled with the same cultural fulfillment that Hampton provides.

Hampton University has a rich history that includes the matriculation of Native Americans and African Americans post Civil War. Founded by General Samuel Chapman Armstrong Hampton began with two teachers and 15 students in 1868. What I love most about Hampton is that it was the site of the first southern reading of the Emancipation Proclamation (1863). The Emancipation Oak Tree still stands on the university's campus. Since it's inception, many of this country's leaders began their career at Hampton University including Booker T. Washington who later founded the Tuskeegee Institute now university in Alabama.

The magnitude of student services offered in order to make sure that the students receive the proper education & experience needed in order to get ahead in the world. Such as the Student Support Services; it offers Financial Aid, Internships, Seminars, Community Service, and Tutorial.

There is a connection between the students and our heritage as African Americans. The students may not know about all the activities purpose on the campus, but they do respect it to a degree.

It's in a small town.

One of the most unique things about Hampton University is our five year MBA program for Business students. The MBA program give Business students the opportunity to recieve a post secondary education and Masters degree at the same instution in a shorter amount of time. The main advantage of being apart of the program is the great jobs students have after graduating and the money they make for having a Masters degree in Business. Also, having the good knowledge and background as a Business major will take the graduates a long way.

it is a diverse school and career oriented

The most unique characteristic about Hampton is its size. It is not too big nor too small. Its a place where if you were outside of campus recognize a Hamptonian when you see one.