Top Rated New Hampshire Public Colleges

These are the top ranked public four-year colleges in New Hampshire as ranked by CollegeSimply. Leading the rankings for 2027 as the best public college in New Hampshire is University of New Hampshire Main Campus. Learn how the Best Colleges rankings are calculated on our ranking methodology page.

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University of New Hampshire Main Campus Campus

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  • Public 4 Year
  • Durham, NH
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  • Feb 1 application deadline

UNH is a large public university known for undergraduate marine science, environmental studies, and business. Durham is a classic New England college town built around the campus near the seacoast.

#1 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire 6/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 1090-1330
  • Avg GPA 3.58
  • Acceptance Rate 88%
  • Net Price $24,999
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Keene State College Campus

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  • Public 4 Year
  • Keene, NH
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  • Dec 1 application deadline

Keene State is a public liberal arts college known for undergraduate teacher education and occupational safety studies. The compact campus sits in the small city of Keene in southwestern New Hampshire.

#2 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire 5/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 970-1170
  • Avg GPA 3.1
  • Acceptance Rate 90%
  • Net Price $19,997
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