University of New Hampshire
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.
About This School
University of New Hampshire is a public institution located in Durham, New Hampshire with approximately 11,261 undergraduate students enrolled. University of New Hampshire has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,805 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.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.
Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
What This School Looks For
From the school's most recent Common Data Set (2024-25). What the admissions office actually weighs:
Early vs. Regular Decision
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (11,261 undergraduates).
In the Classroom & On Campus
Class size distribution
Source: University of New Hampshire Common Data Set (2024-25).
Contact & Location
Address
University of New Hampshire
105 Main St., Thompson Hall
Durham, NH 03824-3547
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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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