Does University of New Hampshire-Main Campus offer self-guided or virtual tours?

Yes — University of New Hampshire-Main Campus offers a virtual tour (https://admissions.unh.edu/visit/virtual-tour).

What is the nearest airport to University of New Hampshire-Main Campus?

The nearest major airport is Manchester-Boston (MHT), about 29 miles away.

Where can I stay when visiting University of New Hampshire-Main Campus?

Hotels near campus include Check nearby accommodations. See the visit-planning section on this page for details.

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Campus Tours & Visits — Durham, NH

Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is a public institution in Durham with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1229, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 11.2K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,479 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,261.

Established

1866

Motto

"Science, Arts, Industry"

Mascot

Wild E. Cat and Gnarlz

Type

Public land-grant research university

Conference

NCAA Division I

Division

Division I

87%

Acceptance

1229

SAT Avg

11,230

Undergrads

16:1

Student : Faculty

76%

Grad Rate (4yr)

$66,479

Earnings 10yr

$23,261

Avg Net Price

Rankings

U.S. News

2025

#109

Forbes

2025

#246

Wall Street Journal

2025

#29

Washington Monthly

2025

#150

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Division

BasketballLacrosseGymnastics programAnd womenUltimate frisbeeGymnasticsUltimate

History & Fun Facts

•2005 The Morrill Act of 1862 granted federal lands to New Hampshire for the establishment of an agricultural-mechanical college.
•In 1866, the university was first incorporated as the New Hampshire College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts in Hanover, New Hampshire, in association with Dartmouth College.
•On January 30, 1890, Benjamin Thompson died and his will became public.

Source: Wikipedia

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85% accept1253 SAT$18,627 net

Admissions

Acceptance Rate86.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1229

Reading & WritingMid: 610

570670

MathMid: 595

550650

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28

2631

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-OptionalTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common ApplicationCoalition Application

Early Action

November 15

Regular Decision

February 1

Deadline Calendar

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Typical Application Requirements

0/9 items complete

Common Application or Coalition Application

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Official High School Transcript

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School Report + Counselor Recommendation

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Two Teacher Recommendations

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SAT or ACT Scores (test-optional)Optional

Check current test policy

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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Supplemental EssaysNon-standard

1-3 supplemental essays required

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CSS Profile / FAFSA

Required for financial aid consideration

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Arts Portfolio (if applicable)Non-standardOptional

Required for arts programs

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Interview (recommended)Optional

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Transfer Admission

Minimum credits

12 semester hours

International Students

English Proficiency Requirements

TOEFL

IELTS

Duolingo

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$19,112

Tuition (out-of-state)$38,882

Room & Board$13,314

Books & Supplies$1,000

Total Cost of Attendance$34,567

Average Net Price$23,261

Median Debt at Graduation$26,814

Monthly Payment (10yr)$284

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,393

$30–48K$16,981

$48–75K$19,283

$75–110K$23,182

$110K+$27,767

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Financial Aid

✓ Need-Blind✗ Meets 100% NeedMerit Scholarships

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

42.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$22,498

Academics

Core/Distribution RequirementssemesterPhi Beta Kappa

Majors

100

Avg class size

29

Student-faculty ratio

16:1

Study abroad

15%

View all 10 majors›

Business AdministrationPsychologyCommunicationNursingMechanical EngineeringBiologyEnvironmental ScienceKinesiologyPolitical ScienceHospitality Management

Programs (235)

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate76.4%

Freshman Retention86.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$53,671

10 Years$66,479

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

After Graduation

Top Employers

Liberty MutualFidelity InvestmentsBAE SystemsRaytheonMassachusetts General Hospital

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

86%

Positive

Campus Life

Division IAmerica East ConferenceGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

first two years

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsSuite-style dormitoriesApartmentsSpecial interest housing

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads

11,230

Gender Split

56% / 44%

Women / Men

First Generation

17%

Pell Grant Recipients

18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 86%

Black 1%

Hispanic 4%

Asian 3%

Two+ 2%

Int'l 1%

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

74

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

15

Burglary

3

Aggravated Assault

2

Robbery

5

Motor Vehicle Theft

9

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

22

Drug Arrests

17

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

108Above Average

Estimated from NH state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K

54 mi(94 min)

New Yorkpop. 8.3M

230 mi(399 min)

Philadelphiapop. 1.6M

310 mi(537 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MHTManchester-Boston29 mi

PWMPortland Jetport47 mi

BOSBoston Logan53 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA54 mi

~1h 34m drive

Providence, RI94 mi

~2h 43m drive

Hartford, CT130 mi

~3h 45m drive

Central (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Nearby Hotels

Mid-Range

Check nearby accommodations

$80-150/night

< 10 mi

Plan Your Visit

Admission Office

3 Garrison Avenue, Durham, NH 03824

(603) 862-1360[email protected]

Virtual Tour →Campus Map →

Nearby Attractions

•

Portsmouth

Historic seaport city with dining and cultural attractions

•

Hampton Beach

Popular coastal beach destination

•

White Mountains

Hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation

•

Boston

Major city 60 miles south

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SAT Score Ranges

ACT Score Range

Admissions

Deadline Calendar

Typical Application Requirements

Transfer Admission

International Students

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Net Price by Family Income

Financial Aid

Debt & Aid Detail

Academics

Programs (235)

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

After Graduation

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Campus Life

Housing & Residential Life

Dining

Student Body

Race & Ethnicity

Campus Safety

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

Climate (School Year)

Nearest Cities

Getting There

Nearest Airports

Distance to Cities

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