Southern New Hampshire University
SNHU
Manchester, New Hampshire 03106-1045
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
Southern New Hampshire University is a private institution in Manchester with particular strength in business and psychology.
A large campus of 156.8K undergraduates with a 24:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,318 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $33,742.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History 20th century The university was founded in 1932 by Harry A.
- •Shapiro died in 1952; 25 students were enrolled at that time, and his widow ran the school until 1971, continuing as president emerita until 1986.
- •In 1961, the school was incorporated and renamed the New Hampshire College of Accounting and Commerce.
- •The state of New Hampshire granted the college its charter in 1963, which gave it degree-granting authority.
- •The first associate degrees were awarded that year, and the first bachelor's degrees were conferred in 1966.
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
November 15
Regular Decision
rolling
Decision by rolling
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
41.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$9,169
Academics
Programs (128)
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
60%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
1113
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
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 + suburban adjustment
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Getting There
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Distance to Cities
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Nearby Attractions
Downtown Manchester
New Hampshire's largest city with restaurants, museums, and entertainment
SNHU Arena
Major sports and concert venue in downtown Manchester
Currier Museum of Art
Art museum in downtown Manchester
White Mountains
Mountain region for hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation, 90 minutes north
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