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Southern New Hampshire University

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Overview

Founded in 1932, the Southern New Hampshire University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Manchester (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New Hampshire. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 93-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SNHU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Southern New Hampshire University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Southern New Hampshire University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Southern New Hampshire University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Southern New Hampshire University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SNHU
Founded 1932
Motto Summa Optimaque
The Greatest and the Best
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Petey Penmen
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University Location

Address 2500 North River Road
Manchester
03106-1045 New Hampshire
United States
Southern New Hampshire University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Southern New Hampshire University Phone Number (800) 668 1249
Southern New Hampshire University Fax Number (603) 645 9603
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Southern New Hampshire University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Southern New Hampshire University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Southern New Hampshire University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Southern New Hampshire University.



Southern New Hampshire University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Southern New Hampshire University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Southern New Hampshire University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Southern New Hampshire University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Southern New Hampshire University's Admission Office Admission Office

2500 N. River Road
Manchester 3106
(603) 645 9629
(603) 645 9629

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Southern New Hampshire University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


Southern New Hampshire University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Southern New Hampshire University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Southern New Hampshire University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Southern New Hampshire University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Southern New Hampshire University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Southern New Hampshire University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Southern New Hampshire University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Southern New Hampshire University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Southern New Hampshire University's Library
Southern New Hampshire University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 97,859 physical volumes, 2,349 physical media, 165,228 digital/electronic media and 268 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 27 full-time employees, including 11 librarians. Southern New Hampshire University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Southern New Hampshire University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Southern New Hampshire University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,934 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Southern New Hampshire University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Southern New Hampshire University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Southern New Hampshire University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Southern New Hampshire University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Southern New Hampshire University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Southern New Hampshire University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Southern New Hampshire University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Southern New Hampshire University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Southern New Hampshire University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1973


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern New Hampshire University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Committee for Programs in Hospitality Administration
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, Inc., Accrediting Commission
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • European Council for Business Education
  • Sports Management Review Council
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern New Hampshire University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Southern New Hampshire University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Southern New Hampshire University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Southern New Hampshire University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Southern New Hampshire University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Southern New Hampshire University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Southern New Hampshire University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Southern New Hampshire University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Southern New Hampshire University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

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