HU WELCOMES STUDENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL DAY

Hampton, VA - Students from across the nation will converge on Hampton University's campus on April 5 for the University's 24th Annual High School Day. This year's theme is "Hampton University: Unlocking the Door to Your Success."

Last year, more than 3,000 high school students attended the event that includes campus tours and informational sessions about academic programs, financial aid opportunities and admission requirements. Parents and counselors also may attend question and answer sessions while the students get a taste of the college atmosphere for a day. Students will be able to fill out applications on site and speak with admissions officers about enrollment opportunities.

Registration is free and will be held at the Hampton University Convocation Center from 7 - 9 a.m. Activities and events are planned through 5 p.m.

Hampton University is a historically black university. Founded in 1868, the University offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs, including new academic offerings in pharmacy, physical therapy, computer engineering and entrepreneurship. The University's waterfront campus is located in southeastern Virginia and maintains an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 5,700 students. Often called the "Harvard of the South," Hampton University is regularly cited as a top academic institution by "U.S. News and World Report" magazine, "Black Issues in Higher Education" and was recently named the fourth best university for African-American students by "Black Enterprise" magazine.

For information on High School Day, contact the Hampton University Office of Admissions at (800) 624 - 3328 or (757) 727 -5328. Send e-mail to the Office of Admissions at srt@hamptonu.edu or visit HU's website at www.hamptonu.edu.

For additional information, please contact: Yuri R. Rodgers at (757) 727-5253 or via email: yuri.milligan@hamptonu.edu