New Student Orientation


Welcome to SNHU

We are excited to have you join the SNHU family and we want to make your transition to SNHU as easy as possible, so here is all the information you will need between now and your first day at SNHU.

You can use the Navigator checklist (PDF) to keep track of what you finish, and you can view a timeline of all deadlines and communications for new students so you know what to send to us when and what we will be sending to you.

The Navigator - Things To Do Before Your First Day at SNHU

Log into your SNHU e-mail and change your password

E-mail Instructions

Your SNHU e-mail address/Username and password allow single sign-on access to multiple SNHU systems. With your SNHU e-mail address, you can access your university e-mail, Library services, online courses, register for courses, check grades, sign up to receive SNHU Alerts, pay tuition and More...

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PENpal Online Services

PENpal, or Penmen Personal Access Link, is a web interface that allows you to access information from Southern New Hampshire University's administrative database. More...

Let us know where you'd like to live while at SNHU

Housing Options

Interested in living on our 300 acre campus? Review SNHU's housing options (including wellness housing) and make sure you submit the Residence Agreement and the Residence Preference form now to secure your space. More...

Have your doctor complete your Medical Record form

Health Services

SNHU cares about you and wants to help keep you healthy and happy. All SNHU students must have a complete Medical record form, signed by a doctor, on file with SNHU Health Services. SNHU also automatically enrolls every student in a Health Insurance policy (unless you complete the Health Insurance Waiver). More...

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Paying Your SNHU Bill

Even after financial aid, there is usually a bill to pay. Here are some options for paying your bill including loans and available payment arrangements to make sure that your bill is paid on time. More...

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Join the Penmen- Become an SNHU Athlete

Do you enjoy sports? You can make that part of your SNHU experience as well. SNHU is an NCAA Division II institution, so if you want to play for an SNHU team, you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. See your school counselor or call 319.337.1492 to register More...