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University of New Hampshire's online program delivers the state's most affordable nursing education at $14,106 net cost, nearly $5,000 below the next cheapest option. This significant savings matters in New Hampshire's healthcare sector, where major employers like Dartmouth-Hitchcock and Catholic Medical Center actively recruit nursing graduates. The $20,000 gap between cheapest and most expensive programs reflects stark differences between public and private options, though earnings potential ranges from $62,616 to $75,921 across all nine schools.
9
Programs
$14,106 – $34,744
Net Price Range
$67,406
Avg. Program Earnings
54.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,106 $7,812 14.3%
2 $19,164 $14,710 58.4% 89.5%
3 $19,685 $14,558 47.4% 97.6%
4 $23,261 $19,112 76.4% 87.0%
5 $25,857 $18,400 61.6% 78.0%
6 $26,906 $44,963 46.1% 92.7%
7 $27,692 $37,791 58.7% 84.5%
8 $33,742 $16,450 44.9% 96.4%
9 $34,744 $46,810 83.2% 82.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between UNH online and other programs?

UNH's College of Professional Studies online program costs $14,106 compared to $19,164 at Keene State, the second cheapest option. The online format eliminates campus fees and allows students to maintain employment while studying, reducing overall educational expenses.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive nursing programs?

Saint Anselm College, the most expensive at $34,744, achieves an 83.2% graduation rate. In contrast, UNH's main campus graduates 76.4% of nursing students at $23,261, while Plymouth State graduates just 47.4% despite costing $19,685.

Does paying more for nursing school guarantee higher earnings in New Hampshire?

Franklin Pierce graduates earn $75,921 annually despite moderate tuition costs, while UNH online graduates earn $62,616 despite having the lowest program cost. The $13,000 earnings difference suggests program reputation and clinical partnerships matter beyond price alone.

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