Parents, Families and Supporters
Heading off to college is an exciting time for students and their families, and we want you to know we’re in your corner. We’ve done everything we can to make sure your student is taken care of at every turn. From a wide range of degree options, student services, public safety and beyond, we’re committed to being a home away from home for your student, and a resource for you, during their time here.
Haven’t visited campus yet? Schedule a visit with your student on our Campus Tours and Events page.
Don't Miss Out!
Here are a few upcoming dates to be aware of. Please see below for a full list of dates, or visit our term starts page for domestic students.
Mar. 3 - Mar. 7
Spring Break (classes cancelled)
Apr. 13
Accepted Student Day
Apr. 27
Last Day of Classes
Help your student keep track of these upcoming dates:
Prospective Student Dates
Visiting campus is the perfect way to experience everything SNHU has to offer. Chat with an admission counselor, attend a brief information session and take a one-hour tour of campus.
Campus tours are offered Monday through Friday at 10 am and 2 pm.Select weekend dates (at 11 am and 1:30 pm) include:
Weekend Tours:
- Saturday, March 1, 2025
- Saturday, March 22, 2025
- Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
Spring 2025 (2025 A-1) Important Dates
- Returning Student Check-In: Jan. 5, 2025
- Classes begin: Jan. 6, 2025
- Last day to Drop/Add a class: Jan. 12, 2025
- Last day to complete Week 1 Assignments (see course participation policy): Jan. 12, 2025
- Martin Luther King Day (UC classes cancelled, offices closed): Jan. 20, 2025
- Student Wellbeing Days (UC classes cancelled, offices open): Feb. 6, 2025 - Feb. 7, 2025
- Last day to enter mid-term grades in mySNHU: Feb. 28, 2025
- Spring Break (UC classes cancelled, offices open): Mar. 3, 2025 - Mar. 7, 2025
- Last day for students to withdraw from a class: Apr. 20, 2025
- Last day of classes: Apr. 27, 2025
- Last day to enter final grades in mySNHU (noon): Apr. 29, 2025
Fall 2025 (2025 A-3) Important Dates
Follow Along on Social
Whether you’re looking to see what’s happening in the SNHU campus community, or looking to help your student get acclimated to campus life, here are some ways you can stay in the know.
Follow Our Newsletters
We offer a quarterly newsletter including important dates, updates on student life and resources for student success. If you’d like to join the distribution list, email campuscommunications@snhu.edu.
Your student should also check their SNHU email every weekend for the Penmen Weekly Newsletter. This email contains a list of student events for the week, as well as helpful information.
SNHU On Campus Social Channels:
Sending and Receiving Mail
Part of the excitement of college is bring in a new environment, but sometimes it's nice to receive a slice of home. If you'd like to send your student a piece of mail or care package, please reference the below information.
Shipping and Receiving Information
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Student mail and package address:
First Name Last Name
2500 North River Rd Box #
Manchester, NH 03106
Shipping Services:
- We are currently Penman change and Credit Card only
- We offer USPS, FedEx, and DHL shipping
- We are a drop off point for UPS
How to open your mailbox:
- Spin the dial to the left 4 times to clear the lock and then stop on your first number.
- Next, Spin the dial to the right passing your second number once.
- Finally, spin the dial left directly to your third number and then twist the dial to the right to open your mailbox
To utilize our Amazon Locker located in the student center follow these steps:
- Log into amazon account and go to your account tab
- Go to your addresses
- Click add a new pick-up location
- Use 03106 as the zip code
- Scroll to amazon locker bearhat and add to address book
Looking to track a package?
Tracking Links:
- USPS Tracking:
https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction_input - FedEx Tracking:
https://www.fedex.com/en-us/tracking.html - UPS Tracking:
https://www.ups.com/track?loc=en_US&requester=ST/
Mail Services is located in the Student Center, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach us at mailroom@snhu.edu.
Get Involved
Sending your student off to college doesn’t mean you can’t be supportive from afar. Here are a few ways you can support your student on their journey.
Know what’s happening on campus
- Want to know what’s happening on campus? Check out the master event calendar.
- Homecoming is the best time of year for students, families, alumni, faculty and staff. See how you can get involved and have fun!
Show off your SNHU pride
- If you’re looking for the perfect way to show the world how proud you are of your student, check out the SNHU Bookstore and pick up some swag.
- If you have a student athlete, check out the athletics schedule and attend a game.
Stay Informed
Campus Safety
We have taken steps to ensure that the SNHU campus is as safe as possible. Our SNHU Alerts system can quickly inform students and parents about situations unfolding on campus, and our public safety officers are always here to protect our students.
Campus Majors
There are over 100 programs of study on campus at SNHU, ranging from video game design to engineering. We also offer innovative 3-year degree paths, experiential learning opportunities and the hands-on resources you need for the career you want.
Tuition & Financial Aid
SNHU is one of the most affordable private universities in New England, and over 90% of our students receive financial aid.
Student Employment
Students are able to search and apply for available university-paid work study. If you have any questions, please reach out to studentjobs@snhu.edu.
Homecoming
Whether you want to cheer on our student athletes, participate in paint night or win at big money bingo, we have events for the whole family at homecoming.