Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Durham, New Hampshire |
| Online | unh.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of New Hampshire's main campus is located in Durham, a small town approximately one hour north of Boston and minutes from the Atlantic coast. Established in 1866 as a land-grant institution, UNH's campus combines traditional New England architectural elements with modern academic facilities spread across 2,600 acres. As the state's flagship public university, UNH operates as a selective institution offering more than 200 degree programs through its major colleges, with particular strengths in engineering, marine sciences, and sustainability studies. The campus features extensive research facilities, including a NASA-recognized Space Science Center and a marine laboratory on the nearby Seacoast, while most first-year students reside in one of the university's residential halls. The UNH Wildcats compete in NCAA Division I athletics as members of the America East Conference, with ice hockey participating in Hockey East.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of New Hampshire Main Campus within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#345 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#93 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in New Hampshire
#1 in Best Public Colleges in New Hampshire
#417 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in New Hampshire
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1120/1320 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.58 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Hampshire Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,592 |
| Room and Board | $13,314 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,650 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,076 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,592 |
| Room and Board | $13,314 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,650 |
| Total One Year Cost | $55,846 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Engineering | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=183044 IPEDS survey data for University of New Hampshire Main Campus.
Current students may use the University of New Hampshire Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025