Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
Manchester, NH
Get ready to feel at home
A dream campus right in your back yard
SNHU’s classic New England college campus has everything you need to pursue your passions and make memories that last a lifetime. With 70+ career-focused majors, welcoming residence halls, D2 athletics, over 60 student clubs and organizations and a beautiful 300-acre campus, get ready for the college experience you’ve been dreaming of.
Higher education, lower cost
With over 70 academic programs to choose from, you can explore your passion at SNHU. From robotics labs and drone arenas to makerspaces and machine shops, hands-on learning is the foundation of our university. We believe that a great education should be accessible, which is why we offer some of the most affordable tuition rates in the state.
Make yourself at home
With options ranging from residence hall suites to shared apartments, you can make yourself home at SNHU with all the amenities you need at hand. Our dining options can satisfy any palate, featuring global fare, fresh-off-the-grill specials, a pizzeria, coffee shops, and more.
Earning a degree is a team effort
At SNHU, we know that earning your degree is a major achievement, but you don’t have to do it alone. With professional academic advisors, expert faculty, and supportive peers, you’ll have guidance throughout your college journey.
Play to win—on and off the field
Whether you’re going for the goal on the field or leveling up in the esports arena, you can always stay ahead of the game. SNHU is an NCAA Division II school and member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Northeast-10 Conference.
Interested in getting active outside of collegiate-level teams? Join one of our 20+ athletic clubs and intramural sports.
Find your people
With over 60 recognized student clubs and organizations, you can explore academic interests, perform community service, develop leadership skills, or dive deeper into a hobby.
We’re ready. Are you?
Come see campus for yourself! Whether you attend a tour, open house or accepted student day, you can see all that SNHU has to offer. Schedule a visit and apply at campus.snhu.edu
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Most Innovative Schools | U.S. News & World Report, 2026 |
Located near vibrant downtown Manchester, Southern New Hampshire University’s campus is only one hour from mountains, beaches, and Boston.
Southern New Hampshire University is a private, coeducational university with undergraduate majors in our School of Arts, Sciences and Education, School of Business, and School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronautics. With over 70 innovative programs to choose from, SNHU allows you to experience traditional without ever settling for typical.
Founded: 1932
Campus: 338 wooded acres, riverside, near downtown; public transportation available; cars allowed on campus starting freshman year
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,600+ students
Student population: Representing 39 states and more than 50 countries
Degrees offered: Associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral
Housing: 68% of first-year students living on campus
Majors: We’re always innovating our portfolio of career-focused majors and collaborative learning experiences.
Popular areas of study include:
• Accounting & Finance
• Business Administration
• Computer Science
• Criminal Justice
• Education
• Engineering
• Game Art & Programming
• Liberal Arts
• Math & Science
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
“My favorite part about campus culture at SNHU is the fact that everyone feels like one big family. There’s a lot of networking opportunities on campus, and you’re going to get to know your deans and faculty.“
“I chose SNHU because it was one of the only institutions in the area that offered entrepreneurship as an experiential learning program that would allow me to have a hands-on experience and really develop my education.”
“I’ve met so many wonderful people here—all great souls. A lot of that has come through intramural sports and other extracurriculars, like floor hockey and basketball.”