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A Standout Season for SNHU
The mighty Penmen had quite a year! Six teams and two students qualified for the NCAA championships, and three teams and three students captured NE10 titles. Here’s to an unforgettable season packed with big wins and unforgettable moments!
You're One of Us!
Southern New Hampshire University makes it easy for you to meet your people. From safe and comfortable residence halls to our student support services, it’s easy to fit in (and stand out). Whether you’re a leader, a maker, a builder, a dreamer or a doer, we believe you’re the future, and we’re happy you’re here.
2024-25 Campus Replay
At SNHU, students don’t just study, they live the experience — and this year was no different. From showcasing talents at Undergraduate Research Day and the Internal Sales Competition to real-world projects at Rock the Intern and Comicon, hands-on learning was everywhere. Campus traditions like Homecoming, Big Money Bingo and Soul Food Dinner brought the community together. And through our sports, clubs, themed residence hall floors and campus dining at Dunkin’ and Einstein Bros, SNHU students made the most of every moment.
Programs That Inspire You
With 70+ on campus programs with flexibility to attend in person and online ranging from graphic design and psychology to engineering and earning your MBA, you can learn from experienced faculty, hone your skills in hands-on environments and gain the experience future employers are looking for.
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On the Field or in the Stands
Whether you’re playing for a DII championship team or cheering from the stands, there’s no shortage of school pride at SNHU. If you’d rather play just for fun, we also have club and intramural teams to help you stay active and involved.
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Global Experience, Hometown Feel
No matter where you’re from, we want you to feel right at home. From our international admission team to our welcoming campus community and International Student Services (ISS) office, you and your family will have the guidance and resources you need from the moment you apply to the moment you graduate.
International ExperienceFrequently Asked Questions
Yes, it's free to apply to SNHU on the Common App. As part of our mission to increase access to higher education, we do not charge application fees for U.S. residents.
SNHU is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) institution with a mission — your success. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, students who pursue their bachelor's degree at private nonprofit institutions have much higher graduation rates than their counterparts at for-profit schools.
SNHU is a private, accredited institution. As a private university, we rely heavily on private donations, contributions and tuition to provide nationally recognized education to our students. SNHU offers countless resources to ensure student success, including, but not limited to, merit-based scholarship programs, dedicated advisor support and lifetime access to career services for alumni.
No, SNHU does not require SAT or GMAT scores. We believe that standardized tests do not effectively measure a student's subject knowledge, or their ability to succeed. Additionally, by eliminating this requirement, students are able to pursue a faster, more flexible pathway to their education.
No. SNHU doesn't require supplemental essays for admission through the Common App, but we do require a personal essay as part of the individual section on the Common App.
SNHU’s 300-acre campus is situated at 2500 North River Road in Manchester, New Hampshire — just minutes from downtown Manchester and about an hour from the city of Boston, the seacoast and the mountain region of New Hampshire.
We invite you to schedule a campus tour, available on both weekdays and weekends throughout the year.
There are approximately 2,600 undergraduate students attending the SNHU campus. 56% of these undergraduates live on campus, with the remainder commuting from surrounding New England communities.
Fun fact: Our students come from 39 U.S. states and 57 countries!