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The University System of New Hampshire attracts, equips and retains the future workforce and leaders of NH: a resource for all of New Hampshire

The University System of New Hampshire is YOURS

The University System of New Hampshire attracts, equips and retains the future workforce and leaders of NH: a resource for all of New Hampshire

The University System of New Hampshire is YOURS

Explore Our Economic and Workforce Impact

USNH graduates are 2X more likely to stay and work in NH after completing successful internships. Partner with us to expand internship and employment opportunities to increase the number of graduates and future leaders who choose New Hampshire to live, work, and sustain our communities.

Please watch glimpses of how USNH graduates and programs are intertwined with every NH community, every demographic from birth to older adults, and foundational to the advancement of our personal, regional and the statewide economies.

Graduates of the University System of New Hampshire are Critical to the State’s Workforce and Economy

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USNH Pride Points

Affordable Tuition

Affordable Tuition

The average tuition at a USNH school after financial aid has been applied is $10,000 – less expensive than it was six years ago.

Financial Stewardship

Financial Reliability

USNH has held tuition flat for 6 years and has increased financial aid over that period of time.

The Granite Guarantee

The Granite Guarantee

The Granite Guarantee ensures any Pell-eligible student will pay no tuition at USNH institutions.

Student Retention

Student Retention

Out-of-state USNH students that participate in a NH internship are 2X more likely to stay and work in NH.

Employer Partners

Employer Partners

USNH has 2,000+ NH employer partners, collaborating on internships and hiring.

Our Graduates

Our Graduates

As of 2021, 18,800 USNH graduates from the classes of 2012-2020 were employed in the NH workforce (NH Employment Survey).

“The mission of the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) is to provide an exceptional, affordable education, from certificates to doctoral degrees, to conduct research and discover knowledge, and to serve our New Hampshire communities and business partners with resources and highly skilled graduates.”

– Catherine Provencher, Chancellor

More than 60% of the NH high school students who pursue a 4 year degree leave NH

“Every other state’s talking about this issue, and every other state is marshaling its resources and upping its game for how it’s going to address this issue.”

– Mike Skelton, President and CEO, Business & Industry Association (BIA) of NH

USNH Student Stories

“I truly hope everyone has the opportunities I did to pursue higher education and everything that comes with it here in the Granite State.” University of New Hampshire Read Story Julia "Before I even stepped on campus, I knew I had made the right decision." Keene State College Read Story Smriti “With the pandemic, I had the opportunity to get involved, to get incredible experience, and help people in a way that matters. I couldn’t have gone anywhere else and gotten this.” University of New Hampshire Read Story Ben “Over the past 3+ years, I’ve gotten amazing advice and networking help that will propel me forward.” Plymouth State University Read Story Ben “My professor opened my eyes, and it was amazing. I found my path here.” Plymouth State University Read Story Mia “It means so much to me to be selected as a Truman Scholar and be part of a network of people across different disciplines who are helping to change things for the better.” University of New Hampshire Read Story Grace Roy “I thought, ‘I’m better than this, and I can do what I want,’ so I turned my back on what had come before and got to work.” Plymouth State University Read Story Savannah Scott “When they study at Keene State, they’re getting exposed to the latest and greatest things. Whatever it might be, we get to learn from that.” Keene State College Read Story Becca Connolly “Connect STEM really helped UNH feel like a home away from home and pushed me to take on new things such as the McNair Scholars Program.” University of New Hampshire Read Story Julissa Freund “Since the day I landed in the US, I have been overwhelmed with the welcoming reception from everyone at UNH Manchester.” University of New Hampshire Read Story Surya Kranthi Siyadri

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