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Cheapest Education Colleges in New Hampshire

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

New Hampshire's five Education programs show a dramatic cost spread from $19,164 at Keene State to $33,742 at Southern New Hampshire University. The state's tax-free income structure benefits future teachers, though living costs remain high. Keene State stands out with nearly 90% acceptance and manageable debt loads, while University of New Hampshire delivers the strongest graduation rate at 76%. Education graduates enter a market where New Hampshire school districts compete for talent across small towns and growing suburbs.
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Programs
$19,164 – $33,742
Net Price Range
$31,296
Avg. Program Earnings
51.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Education, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $19,164 $14,710 58.4% 89.5%
2 $23,261 $19,112 76.4% 87.0%
3 $26,906 $44,963 46.1% 92.7%
4 $30,299 $41,578 31.1% 99.9%
5 $33,742 $16,450 44.9% 96.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide graduation rate gap between New Hampshire education programs?

University of New Hampshire achieves a 76% graduation rate compared to New England College's 31%, reflecting significant differences in student support and academic preparation. The public universities generally outperform private options, with Keene State maintaining a solid 58% rate at much lower cost.

How do New Hampshire education program costs compare between public and private schools?

Public options run $19,164 to $23,261 in net costs, while private programs range from $26,906 to $33,742. Franklin Pierce graduates earn $33,993 annually, justifying higher private school investment for some students.

Does New Hampshire's tax structure benefit education graduates financially?

New Hampshire's lack of income and sales taxes means education graduates keep more of their $28,598 to $33,993 starting salaries. However, property taxes remain high, affecting the overall cost of living for new teachers.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.