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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

Durham, New Hampshire 03824-3547

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

College town

Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is a public institution in Durham with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1229, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 11.2K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,479 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,261.

Established
1866
Motto
"Science, Arts, Industry"
Mascot
Wild E. Cat and Gnarlz
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division I

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Admission Office

3 Garrison Avenue, Durham, NH 03824

(603) 862-1360[email protected]
87%Acceptance
1229SAT Avg
11,230Students
16:1Student:Faculty
76%Grad Rate
$66,479Earnings 10yr
$23,261Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate86.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1229

Reading & WritingMid: 610
570670
MathMid: 595
550650

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28
2631

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-OptionalTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common ApplicationCoalition Application

Early Action

November 15

Regular Decision

February 1

Financial Aid

Need-Blind Meets 100% NeedMerit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$19,112
Tuition (out-of-state)$38,882
Room & Board$13,314
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$34,567
Average Net Price$23,261
Median Debt at Graduation$26,814
Monthly Payment (10yr)$284

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,393
$30–48K$16,981
$48–75K$19,283
$75–110K$23,182
$110K+$27,767

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

42.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$22,498

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

74

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

15

Burglary

3

Aggravated Assault

2

Robbery

5

Motor Vehicle Theft

9

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

22

Drug Arrests

17

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Core/Distribution RequirementssemesterPhi Beta Kappa
Majors
100
Avg class size
29
Student-faculty ratio
16:1
Study abroad
15%
View all 10 majors
Business AdministrationPsychologyCommunicationNursingMechanical EngineeringBiologyEnvironmental ScienceKinesiologyPolitical ScienceHospitality Management

Programs (235)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

86%

Positive

Campus Life

Division IAmerica East ConferenceGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

first two years

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsSuite-style dormitoriesApartmentsSpecial interest housing

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
11,230
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Black 1%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 3%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate76.4%
Freshman Retention86.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$53,671
10 Years$66,479

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

After Graduation

Top Employers

Liberty MutualFidelity InvestmentsBAE SystemsRaytheonMassachusetts General Hospital

Rankings

U.S. News
#109
vs 2024
Forbes
#246
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#150
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Division

BasketballLacrosseGymnastics programAnd womenUltimate frisbeeGymnasticsUltimate

History & Fun Facts

  • 2005 The Morrill Act of 1862 granted federal lands to New Hampshire for the establishment of an agricultural-mechanical college.
  • In 1866, the university was first incorporated as the New Hampshire College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts in Hanover, New Hampshire, in association with Dartmouth College.
  • On January 30, 1890, Benjamin Thompson died and his will became public.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

108Above Average

Estimated from NH state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K
54 mi(94 min)
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
230 mi(399 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
310 mi(537 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MHT Manchester-Boston29 mi
PWM Portland Jetport47 mi
BOS Boston Logan53 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA54 mi · ~1h 34m drive
New York, NY230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
Hartford, CT130 mi · ~3h 45m drive
Providence, RI94 mi · ~2h 43m drive
Albany, NY147 mi · ~4h 15m drive
Syracuse, NY263 mi · ~7h 36m drive
Rochester, NY336 mi · ~9h 42m drive
Buffalo, NY402 mi · ~11h 37m drive
Philadelphia, PA310 mi · ~8h 57m drive
Pittsburgh, PA502 mi · ~14h 30m drive
Harrisburg, PA365 mi · ~10h 33m drive
Newark, NJ235 mi · ~6h 47m drive
Trenton, NJ282 mi · ~8h 9m drive
Central (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Nearby Attractions

Portsmouth

Historic seaport city with dining and cultural attractions

Hampton Beach

Popular coastal beach destination

White Mountains

Hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation

Boston

Major city 60 miles south

Transfer Admission

Minimum credits
12 semester hours

International Students

English Proficiency Requirements

TOEFL
IELTS
Duolingo

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