Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
New England College is a private institution in Henniker with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 980 undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
31% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,092 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,299.
Campus Visits
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News & Alerts
New England College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Decision by December 31
Regular Decision
rolling
Decision by rolling
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
26.6%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,603
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (105)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
60%
- •60% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founded in 1946, New England College was established to serve the needs of servicemen and women attending college on the G.
- •In 1970, the college purchased the Tortington Park School for Girls in Arundel, in the English county of West Sussex.
- •In 2023, New England College closed the Manchester campus and moved all remaining students to the main campus in Henniker.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Compact campus along the Contoocook River in small town setting
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Pat's Peak Ski Area
Local ski mountain popular with students
Contoocook Riverwalkable
River running through campus, popular for kayaking
Downtown Hennikerwalkable
Small New England town center with shops and restaurants
Mount Kearsarge
Hiking mountain with panoramic views
Transfer Admission
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements
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