Plymouth State University
Plymouth
Plymouth, New Hampshire 03264-1595
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business
Plymouth State University is a public institution in Plymouth with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A mid-sized campus of 3.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
47% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,304 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,685.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Panthers
History & Fun Facts
- •It went through several name changes before closing its doors in 1870.
- •On March 15, 1871, the grounds became a public normal school, the Plymouth Normal School.
- •Plymouth Normal School was subsequently renamed Plymouth Teacher's College and later Plymouth State College.
- •In between these name changes in 1948, the school expanded its curriculum to include graduate degrees.
- •The college was renamed as a university by the New Hampshire General Court in 2003, thus adopting its current name, "Plymouth State University".
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
November 15
Decision by mid-December
Regular Decision
April 1
Decision by rolling
PSU does not require the ACT or SAT
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Decision Notifications
Transfer Admission
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
27.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,000
Academics
Programs (108)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
71%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
22
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NH state average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Compact campus in the White Mountains region with scenic mountain views
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Squam Lake
Pristine lake featured in On Golden Pond, popular for kayaking and swimming
White Mountain National Forest
Extensive hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation area
Polar Caves Park
Natural granite caves and nature trails
Tenney Mountain
Ski area and mountain recreation
Downtown Plymouthwalkable
Small downtown with local shops and restaurants
Days out near Plymouth
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