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University of New Hampshire

Durham, NH·Public·11,230 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state New Hampshire residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $57,700 within 10 years; strong 76% graduation rate.

87%
Accept
11,230
Students
$23,261
Net Price
76%
Grad Rate
$57,700
Earnings
10 yr
$22,498
Debt

About This School

University of New Hampshire is a public institution located in Durham, New Hampshire with approximately 11,230 undergraduate students enrolled. University of New Hampshire has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,261 per year. The graduation rate is 76%, and the typical graduate earns $57,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Durham, New Hampshire, United States. It was founded and incorporated in 1866 as a land grant college in Hanover, moved to Durham in 1893, and adopted its current name in 1923.

Worth considering if you're looking for an accessible public university in New England — the 87% acceptance rate makes it a realistic option for many students, and a median debt of $22,498 against $57,700 in earnings 10 years out is a reasonable return. The 76% graduation rate is decent but not exceptional, meaning about 1 in 4 students doesn't finish, so it's worth asking what support systems are in place if you hit a rough patch. At $23,261 average net price, it can be a solid value — especially for New Hampshire residents — but out-of-state students should run the full numbers carefully before committing.

Founded
1866
Setting
Fringe town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing20%
Biological Sciences12%
Engineering9%
Health Professions9%
Psychology8%
Social Sciences6%
Communications5%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Tansu ÇillerJohn IrvingJennifer LeeMustafa SandalChris WedgeAndrew RobinsonMike O'MalleyMichael OntkeanPeter JurasikBlanchard RyanRichard M. LinnehanJohn Lynch

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1229
Reading 75th %ile670
Math 75th %ile650

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite28

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$19,112
Out-of-State Tuition
$38,882
Avg Net Price
$23,261
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants18%
Median debt at graduation$22,498

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
76%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
86%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$57,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,498
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,498
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$57,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.6x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White86%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (11,230 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of New Hampshire

105 Main St., Thompson Hall

Durham, NH 03824-3547

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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