Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.12%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Southern New Hampshire University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.12%. This means approximately 961 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 156,755 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.12%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $16,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $37,524 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $33,742 | State avg: $21,229. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 46.90% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 59.07% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Southern New Hampshire University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$16,450
Room and board
$12,800
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$9,700
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$37,524
Average net price
$33,742
Average aid coverage
10%
$3,782 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Southern New Hampshire University pays approximately $33,742 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New Hampshire average of $21,229 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Southern New Hampshire University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Hampshire and national averages.
Southern New Hampshire University net price
$33,742
New Hampshire average
$21,229
National average
$17,506
Southern New Hampshire University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $16,450 and average net price at $33,742. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$16,450
Current net price
$33,742
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
44.87%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$50,318
Undergraduates
156,755
10-Year Median Earnings - Southern New Hampshire University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Southern New Hampshire University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Southern New Hampshire University?
Undergraduates
156,755
Completion rate
44.87%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
46.90%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
59.07%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 46.90% of Southern New Hampshire University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 59.07% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Southern New Hampshire University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Southern New Hampshire University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Southern New Hampshire University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Southern New Hampshire University is listed at 2500 North River Road, Manchester, NH 03106-1045. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Southern New Hampshire University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern New Hampshire University | 96.12% | $16,450 | $33,742 | $50,318 |
| Dartmouth College | 6.23% | $65,739 | $28,619 | $97,434 |
| Saint Anselm College | 78.32% | $46,810 | $34,744 | $73,371 |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | 87.33% | $35,530 | $13,302 | $66,479 |
| University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online | Not available | $9,372 | $14,106 | $66,479 |
Similar Schools in Manchester
This local cluster focuses on nearby Manchester schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern New Hampshire University's acceptance rate?
Southern New Hampshire University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.12%.
How much is Southern New Hampshire University tuition?
Southern New Hampshire University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $16,450.
What is Southern New Hampshire University's average net price?
Southern New Hampshire University's average net price in the local dataset is $33,742.
What does Southern New Hampshire University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $33,202 for Southern New Hampshire University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Southern New Hampshire University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $50,318 for Southern New Hampshire University.
Is Southern New Hampshire University accredited?
Southern New Hampshire University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Southern New Hampshire University?
The local dataset lists 156,755 undergraduate students at Southern New Hampshire University.
What percentage of Southern New Hampshire University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Southern New Hampshire University in the local dataset is 46.90%.
What is the federal loan rate at Southern New Hampshire University?
The federal loan rate for Southern New Hampshire University in the local dataset is 59.07%.
Where should I verify Southern New Hampshire University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Southern New Hampshire University or the latest official federal education data.