{"id":6939,"date":"2026-01-07T11:03:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T16:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/gradcoll\/?page_id=6939"},"modified":"2026-04-08T16:41:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T20:41:17","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/gradcoll\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Graduate College FAQ page at Hampton University is designed to provide clear, quick answers to common questions about graduate programs, admissions, enrollment, and academic policies. It serves as a helpful resource for prospective and current graduate students, offering guidance to support informed decisions and a smooth graduate school experience.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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1. Who are the Graduate Program Coordinators?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>

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Applied Mathematics<\/td>727-5352<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Feras Yousef<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Architecture<\/td>\u00a0<\/td>\u00a0<\/td>Mr. Ronald Kloster<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Atmospheric & Planetary Science<\/td>727-5108<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Stephen Guimond<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Biology<\/td>727-5267<\/td>M.A. (non-thesis)
M.S. (thesis)<\/td>		Dr. Naoufal Lakhssassi<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
5-year MBA<\/td>727-5361<\/td>M.B.A. (5yr)<\/td>Dr. Glendon Williams<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Chemistry<\/td>727-5396<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Edmund Ndip<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Communicative Science and Disorders<\/td>727-5435<\/td>M.A.<\/td>Dr. Debra Anderson<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Computer Science<\/td>Computer Science<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Joseph Aneke<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Counseling<\/td>637-2232<\/td>M.A.<\/td>Dr. Fallon Dodson<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Entrepreneurship and Innovation<\/td>727-5761<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Travell Travis<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Marine and Environmental Science<\/td>727-5883<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Deidre Gibson<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Medical Sciences<\/td>727-5267<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Jermel Watkins<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Nursing<\/td>727-5672<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Charlene Bell<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Physical Therapy<\/td>727-5260<\/td>D.P.T.<\/td>Drs. Stephen Owens<\/a>\/Elizabeth Locke<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Physics<\/td>727-5820<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Liguang Tang<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Sports Administration<\/td>637- 2278<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. William Orr<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Teaching<\/td>727-5761<\/td>M.S.<\/td>Dr. Denise Charbonnet<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Special (Non-Degree) Graduate Students<\/td>727-5454<\/td>\u00a0<\/td>Mrs. Kristie Cansler<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n <\/div>
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2. Is financial aid available?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>

Planning to pay for graduate school can be challenging. Most scholarships and financial aid opportunities are coordinated either through your program or through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships will guide you through the financial aid process and provide assistance regarding the types of aid programs at the University. All interested students seeking financial aid opportunities, including external scholarship opportunities, are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships\u2019 website: https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/financialaid\/<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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3. How do I apply for aid?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>

Interested students should start by reaching out to the Graduate Program Coordinator and Chair to determine what merit scholarships you might apply for in your fields. Students should also reach out to Ms. Terri Swab, Assistant Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, to identify other scholarships. You may reach Ms. Swab here: terri.swab@hamptonu.edu, (757) 727-2899. Additional information on specific aid opportunities may be found below.<\/p>