Overview
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is a accessible public four-year institution in Durham, New Hampshire. The school accepts 87.0% of applicants and enrolls 11,230 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 87.0%
- Average SAT
- 1,220
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,120–1,320
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 29
- Total Enrollment
- 11,230
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
You can apply to UNH through the Common Application with your high school transcript, counselor recommendation, and one teacher recommendation. The application deadline is February 1 for fall admission, with an early action option due December 1 that gives you an admissions decision by January 15.
Engineering programs at UNH are more competitive than the university's overall admissions process, so submit strong math and science grades if you're applying to mechanical, chemical, electrical, or computer engineering. The nursing program also has limited spots and requires specific prerequisite courses, so check those requirements early in high school.
Housing applications open in March after you submit your enrollment deposit. First-year students must live on campus unless they commute from home. Popular residence halls fill quickly, so submit your housing application as soon as possible after paying your deposit.
UNH requires all incoming students to attend a summer orientation session called Discovery Day. You'll register for fall classes during orientation, so come prepared with backup course options since popular classes fill up. The university operates on a semester system with classes starting in late August.
Durham is a classic college town with most student life centered on campus. The university provides shuttle service to nearby cities, but having a car becomes useful after your first year for internships and off-campus activities. Campus dining operates on a meal plan system that all residence hall students must purchase.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $23,261/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $19,112
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $38,882
- Students Receiving Aid
- 18%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 76.4%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $66,479/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 86.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of New Hampshire-Main Campus require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
University of New Hampshire has a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application.
What is the application deadline for University of New Hampshire-Main Campus?
The regular decision deadline is February 1st. Early action applications are due November 15th.
How many credits can transfer students bring to University of New Hampshire-Main Campus?
Transfer students can bring up to 64 credits from community colleges or up to 90 credits from four-year institutions. Students must complete at least 30 credits at UNH to earn a degree.
Does University of New Hampshire-Main Campus offer early decision or early action?
UNH offers early action with a November 15th deadline. Early action is non-binding and students receive admission decisions by January 15th.