Consumer Information
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is committed to supporting students, parents, faculty, and staff by offering essential information to assist with their higher education needs. In compliance with the Higher Education Act of 1965, the SNHU ensures transparency by making key consumer information readily available. The Office of General Counsel and Compliance maintains this information to help individuals understand key consumer information topics. The information provided on this page offers guidance for obtaining or clarifying any required consumer disclosures.
General Information
Academic Programs:
- Information about academic programs, including degree offerings and course descriptions, is available in the academic catalog.
Accreditation and Licensure:
- Accreditation: SNHU is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
- Licensure: Information regarding programs leading to licensure or certification, including state-specific requirements, is available on SNHU's website.
Acceptable Use and File Sharing Policy
- Acceptable Use Policy: Users of SNHU equipment, software and computer accounts are expected to follow acceptable standards of ethics and conduct in their use of computing resources. The SNHU acceptable use policy outlines our standards and the disciplinary actions taken against users who violate this policy.
- File Sharing Policy: The reauthorization of the Higher Education Act includes provisions that are designed to reduce the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted works through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. This SNHU policy outlines the University's plan to effectively combat unauthorized distribution, alternatives to illegal file sharing, and our effectiveness reviews.
Articulation Agreements
- SNHU has articulation agreements which are formal agreements with other higher education institutions that document the transfer policies for a specific academic program. For more information on this, please see SNHU’s Articulation Agreements.
College Navigator
- Details on tuition, fees, and estimated student expenses are provided through the College Navigator.
Complaint Process
- Campus Complaint Process
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is committed to delivering the highest quality of service and ensuring the best student experience possible. If you have a serious complaint against the University, we want to ensure you are fully informed of the appropriate processes to address and resolve your concerns. For more information, please review SNHU’s Campus Complaint Process. - Distance Education Complaint Process
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) strives at all times to provide the highest quality of service, and the best student experience possible. In compliance with federal regulations and NC-SARA policy, SNHU provides a clear and accessible process for students to address complaints. If a serious complaint cannot be resolved through SNHU’s internal grievance procedures, students may escalate their concerns to the appropriate external entities, including the New Hampshire Department of Education (NH DOE) as the State Portal Entity under NC-SARA. For more information, please review SNHU’s Distance Education Complaint Process.
Constitution Day
- SNHU is required to provide an educational program annually, on September 17th, to commemorate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Constitution Day page.
Copyright Infringement Policy & Sanctions
- SNHU requires all members of the University community to comply with all state and federal copyright laws. For more information, please review SNHU’s Copyright Policy.
Disability Services
- SNHU is dedicated to providing equal access to individuals with disabilities, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Disability & Accessibility Services page.
Educational Right and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- SNHU’s FERPA Student Right to Privacy Policy outlines the student rights with respect to his/her education records, defines SNHU directory information and the Solomon Amendment, and provides contact information for the registrar's office. For more information, please see SNHU’s FERPA Student Right to Privacy Policy.
- SNHU full-time and adjunct faculty, regardless of the modality in which they teach, bring extensive academic and career experience to facilitate the education of our students across a variety of learning environments. SNHU faculty strive to support our students by providing instruction, feedback, experiential learning, and application-based learning, that helps our students achieve their educational and career goals. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Campus and Online Faculty pages.
Instructional Facilities
- SNHU offers a high-quality, affordable education along with unparalleled support, whether you're pursuing your education at our traditional campus or working on an online degree, the entire SNHU community, from academic advisors to faculty to our network of successful alumni, will be there to help you achieve your goals, from day one to graduation and beyond. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Campus, Online and Direct Assessment Competency-Based Education pages.
Non-Discrimination, Equal Access, and Equal Opportunity Statement
- Consistent with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and ordinances (e.g. Title III, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended), and in recognition of its responsibilities to its faculty, staff, and students as well as to the communities in which it operates, Southern New Hampshire University reaffirms its continuing commitment to afford qualified or qualifiable individuals equal access and equal opportunity within the University. To ensure equal access and equal opportunity, Southern New Hampshire University shall not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability (including intellectual disability), age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran/military status, genetic information, or on any other legally prohibited basis. For more information, please review SNHU’s Non-Discrimination, Equal Access, & Equal Opportunity Statement.
- Sexual Misconduct at SNHU
Southern New Hampshire University is committed to providing an educational environment that is free from sexual misconduct. The University encourages prompt reporting of these matters to allow the University to quickly respond, provide supportive measures, address allegations, and take prompt action to prevent future recurrence of misconduct. Allegations of sexual misconduct may also be considered felonies under New Hampshire law and are reportable to local law enforcement for prosecution under criminal statutes, or to obtain civil or criminal protective orders. Any member of the university community may file a Formal Complaint under the University’s Sexual Misconduct Policy if they have been subject to sexual misconduct, including, but not limited to, sexual harassment or Sexual Assault. To make a report, any member of the University Community should contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator at Titleix@snhu.edu. For more information on Title IX-Sexual Misconduct, please visit SNHU’s Title IX- Sexual Misconduct page - Sexual Offender Registry Information - Megan's Law
In accordance with Megan’s Law, individuals convicted of certain sexual offenses are required to register as sexual offenders, with registration timelines based on the severity of the offense. This section provides details on registration requirements, offenses that require public disclosure, and how to access the New Hampshire Sex Offender Registry. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Sexual Offender Registry Information page.
- Sexual Misconduct at SNHU
Privacy Policy
- Our Privacy Policy was developed as an extension of our commitment to combine the highest-quality products and services with the highest level of integrity. For more information, please review SNHUs Privacy Policy.
Required Written Arrangements
- SNHU maintains a list of written arrangements with other higher education institutions which outlines portions of specific educational program offerings. For more information, please review SNHU’s Required Written Arrangements.
State Authorization
- State Authorization is a law specified in the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 that requires higher education institutions to obtain formal permission/approval to conduct regulated activities within their borders. Because Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has students residing across the United States, the institution is required to obtain each state’s approval (State Authorization) to operate based on the activities it conducts in a state.
- In some states, SNHU is exempt from seeking approval to operate, while in other states SNHU has permission to operate via its membership with the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC SARA).
Student Activities
- SNHU campus students can choose from more than 60 clubs and organizations. SNHU online students can get involved through SNHUconnect. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Student Activities page.
Student Body Diversity
- The Enrollment Tab of the College Navigator provides a breakdown of the SNHU student body diversity, including the percentage of enrolled, full-time students in the following categories: gender and self-identified ethnic groups while the Financial Aid tab provides Federal Pell Grant recipient data.
Teacher Preparation Program Report
- SNHU must annually provide a Title II report to the state of New Hampshire and the general public for programs that prepare teachers for initial state certification or licensure. This report includes information about goals, assurances, pass rates, and program information which can be found here.
Textbook Information
- SNHU provides information on required and recommended textbooks, including ISBN and retail price, through its online course schedule. If applicable, the schedule includes a notice directing students to this information and its online location. For more information, please visit SNHU’s University Store page. Textbook details are also available at the college bookstore upon request.
Transfer Credit Policy, Credit for Prior Learning, and Articulation Agreements
- SNHU’s Transfer Credit Policy outlines the transfer and external credit policies and procedures for undergraduate and graduate students. All study abroad credits and grades that are earned overseas at one of our partner universities will apply directly toward an SNHU degree. Only official transcripts sent directly from the issuing institution are considered for transfer credit. Electronic transcripts can be considered official if they are sent by an approved and secure file transfer system. Credit considered for transfer must be from the issuing institution; transfer credit posted on another institution's transcript will not be accepted. As an accredited institution, SNHU’s credits are generally accepted by other colleges and universities. Students who wish to transfer their credit elsewhere are responsible for verifying the transferability of credit prior to enrollment. The decision to accept transfer credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution and SNHU does not guarantee that courses will transfer. For more information, please review SNHU’s Transfer Credit Policy.
- Credit for Prior Learning comprises the processes and practices of determining if knowledge gained in a variety of settings may warrant consideration of college credit. To be eligible for prior learning credit students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at SNHU. Official documentation that can be authenticated is required. For evaluating non-traditional learning experiences, SNHU recognizes the services of American Council on Education (ACE) and National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS). For more information, please review SNHU’s Credit for Prior Learning Policy.
- SNHU’s Articulation Agreements are formal agreements with other higher education institutions that document the transfer policies for a specific academic program. For more information, please review SNHU’s Articulation Agreements.
Voter Registration
- SNHU provides a New Hampshire Voter Registration Guide for our Manchester NH campus students. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Voter Registration page.
Financial Information
Applying for Federal Financial Aid (Title IV)
- Every student should complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) to determine eligibility for federal financial aid programs if financial assistance is needed. Students and their families should understand the FAFSA process, eligibility requirements to apply with the FAFSA, dependency status, and the importance and use of the Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID. For more information on applying for Federal Financial Aid (Title IV), please visit https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
- Financial Aid 101 : Our student finance counselors have broken down the process into three easy steps, making it as simple as possible to get the help you need to finance your education at SNHU.
Code of Conduct for Educational Loans
- SNHU has established a Statement of Ethical Principles & Code of Conduct for which all employees and agents must comply to avoid any conflict of interest with financial institutions. SNHU also adheres to the NASFAA Code of Conduct to provide accurate unbiased information and the NASFAA Statement of Ethical Principles to advocate for students, maintain the highest level of integrity, support student access and success, comply with federal and state laws, strive for transparency and clarity, and protect the privacy of financial aid applicants.
Cost of Attendance
- Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of the student's educational expenses to maintain a reasonable/moderate standard of living for a period of enrollment and is not the amount paid directly to Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). The COA is used when calculating a student's eligibility for financial aid only. The COA includes both direct costs (tuition, fees and on campus living expenses paid directly to SNHU if applicable) and indirect costs (living, books, transportation and personal expenses). For more information, please review SNHU’s Cost of Attendance 2024-2025 and Cost of Attendance 2025-2026 documents.
- The SNHU Net Price Calculator uses institutional data to provide estimated net price for current and prospective students and their families based on a student's individual circumstances. This calculator allows students to calculate an estimated net price of attendance (defined as cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships) based on what similar SNHU students paid in the previous year.
Financial Aid Programs
- There are several need-based and non-need based federal, state, local, private and institutional student financial assistance programs available to SNHU students. For more information on these programs, see below.
- Federal, State, Grants and Scholarships - SNHU offers several types of need and non-need based grants and scholarships to help students meet the cost of the University's education. Grants and scholarships do not need to be repaid.
- Federal Work-Study - Federal Work-Study is a need-based program that allows undergraduate and graduate students to earn money through part-time employment to help pay education costs.
- Student and Parent Loans - Federal Loan programs include the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan, Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan, Federal Parent PLUS Loan, and Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan. Alternative loans are educational loans through a private lender. All loans are borrowed funds that require repayment in accordance with signed promissory notes.
- Financial Aid Terms & Conditions: All financial aid award offers are based on enrollment pattern and are dependent upon a determination of eligibility based on grade level, whether or not priority application deadlines have been met (if applicable), and other program specific criteria at the time of the award offer. All undergraduate and graduate degree programs are eligible by the Department of Education to use federal financial aid to assist with the cost of an SNHU education. Enrollment in a program of study abroad approved for credit by SNHU is considered enrollment for the purposes of applying for federal student financial aid as well. The following information and disclosures are aggregated in this section:
- Rights and Responsibilities - Students are obligated to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a financial aid applicant, recipient, student loan borrower, and federal work-study employee.
- Awarding of Aid - Students should understand the (1) Financial Need calculation and (2) the Non-need Based Aid calculation used with the Cost of Attendance (COA) and the Student Aid Index (SAI) to determine a student's financial aid award.
- Reporting Additional Financial Aid Awards - Students are required to report all outside assistance received for attending SNHU (i.e.: military benefits, employer reimbursement, outside scholarships, etc.)
- Over-awards of Aid - SNHU is required to resolve any over-award situation that may occur due to enrollment changes, notification of additional aid sources, FAFSA corrections, etc. Overawards may result in a balance due to the University which is the responsibility of the student.
- College Financing Plan - SNHU complies with the Principles of Excellence Executive Order and participates in the Department of Defense Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum (DoD MOU) to provide the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet to all military affiliated students awarded federal student aid.
- Verification - Verification requires that the University review additional documents to verify the information reported on the FAFSA for the student, parent(s) and spouse.
- Secondary Confirmation - SNHU reserves the right to select any student's file for secondary confirmation which requires additional documents to prove identity to prevent Title IV fraud and abuse.
- Enrollment Requirements for Aid - Aid is awarded based off of average enrollment and is disbursed based off of actual enrollment in the payment period.
- Disbursement of Aid - Financial aid is paid (disbursed) through an academic year or remaining period of study during each payment period or academic term based on program with eligibility checks to confirm attendance, program, enrollment and the completion of loan requirements.
- Use of Aid - SNHU applies federal financial aid directly to institutional charges (tuition, fees, on campus housing, book vouchers, etc.) only and any remaining funds are released to the student in form of a refund. Students may electronically authorize the use of Title IV to pay non-institutional charges and parents may authorize Parent PLUS loans through a paper-form process.
- Credit Balances and Refunds - SNHU provides Title IV students a method to purchase books and supplies prior to the beginning of the term through a book voucher program or Penmen Cash account based off of academic program. Students may opt out by not using the process provided. SNHU processes refunds through BankMobile Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc. For more information about BankMobile Disbursements, visit this link: https://disbursements.bmtx.com/refundchoices/.
- Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law Violations - If a student, receiving Title IV funding, has been convicted of an offense involving the possession or sale of illegal drugs while enrolled, then the student become ineligible to receive Title IV funds.
- Duration and Renewal of Aid - Federal financial aid is awarded one academic year at a time and the FAFSA is required to be renewed on or after October 1st each year.
- Financial Aid Contact Information: The contact information provided below is made available to provide assistance with obtaining or understanding any required consumer information related to financial assistance, institutional information, completion, graduation, transfer-out and retention rates, and institutional security policies and crime statistics as well as any request for a disclosure in print.
- Student Financial Services: Please call us at 877.455.7648
- Online Students: Please email us at studentfinance@snhu.edu
- Campus Students: Please email us at SFScampus@snhu.edu
- Direct Assessment Competency-Based Education Students: Please email us at sfscfa@snhu.edu
- General Information: Please call us at 800.668.1249 or email us at info@snhu.edu
Financial Assistance Information
Direct Loan Information
- Entrance Loan Counseling for Direct Loan Borrowers
Online entrance counseling is a requirement for all first-time Direct Loan borrowers which assists students to understand how the Direct Loan program and the obligation of repayment upon signing the Master Promissory Note (MPN) obligation, how to manage education expenses and to understand the rights and responsibilities as a borrower. - Exit Loan Counseling for Direct Loan Borrowers
Direct Loan borrowers are required to complete exit counseling when graduating, stopping attendance or a drop below half-time enrollment. Exit counseling reviews borrowing history, servicer information, monthly payments, repayment plans, and strategies for successful repayment.
Federal Student Aid Fraud Statement
- Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) actively seeks to protect students, agencies, and the educational system at large from potential fraud, identity theft, or other unlawful activities. For this purpose, SNHU reserves the right to request additional documentation and suspend financial aid eligibility pending the resolution of any conflicting information received during the admission, financial aid, or registration process. Please see the Department of Education for additional information regarding fraud prevention regulations.
Military Education Benefits and Assistance Programs
- Southern New Hampshire University has an 80-year history of helping military service members and their families pursue an education, at home and abroad. SNHU offers discounts for active-duty service members and their spouses working toward an online degree. In addition, SNHU also accepts Tuition Assistance (TA), Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill® benefits, and Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits. SNHU also participates in the Yellow Ribbon program that funds tuition and fee expenses that exceed the tuition and fee amounts payable under the Post-9/11 GI Bill®. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Military Education Benefits and Assistance Programs page.
National Student Loan Database System
- Although NSLDS is still available for students, currently FSA has consolidated all of its websites to a “one-stop shop” at studentaid.gov. Students can get student aid information collected from NSLDS by logging into studentaid.gov using their FSA credentials. For more information, please visit studentaid.gov or the National student Loan Database System websites.
Preferred Lender List and Agreements
- SNHU does not recommend, promote or endorse any lenders, nor do they have any preferred lender agreements. SNHU does provide a historical list of private loans that SNHU students have used in the last three completed financial aid years. For information, please visit SNHU’s Student Loans page.
Private Education Loan & Self-Certification
- Alternative loans are private education loans through a private lender to help finance the unmet cost of attendance at SNHU. Private lenders are required to provide disclosures through the application and approval process. A Self-Certification Form is required during the application disclosure that will review and record your cost of attendance and estimated financial assistance for your period of enrollment to be covered by the private loan. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Private Education Loan & Self-Certification page.
Tier One (T1) Contract Arrangement
- SNHU has an established Tier 1 arrangement with BMTX, Inc. for the delivery of Title IV student refunds and this contract disclosure provides the refunds agreement, and amendments. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Tier One (T1) Contract Arrangement page.
Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid
- To be eligible and continue to receive Federal Student Aid (FSA) on an annual basis, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward achieving and completing their program of study through measurement of qualitative (grade-based) and quantitative (time-based) standards. For more information, please review SNHU’s Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Financial Impact of Withdrawal
Tuition and Fee Information
- Working toward a degree is a smart investment in your future - and at Southern New Hampshire University, it's an affordable one, too. We keep our costs low, and financial aid is available to those who qualify. For more information on tuition and fees, including program specific fees and conditional fees, campus housing and meal plan cost, please click on one of the links below.
- Conditional fees can be assessed to students and may apply depending on a student’s enrollment and specific circumstances. These fees can include course-specific charges, such as lab or materials fees, late payment fees for overdue tuition or other charges, graduation application fees, and fees for transcript requests or diploma replacements. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Tuition and Fees page
- The Withdraw from SNHU Policy is an official withdrawal that refers to an action taken by a student to discontinue enrollment at SNHU. This can have several implications. For students using federal financial aid or military benefits, their aid will be reviewed, and they may be required to return unearned funds. Financial responsibilities, including refunds or charges, are determined by the withdrawal date in accordance with the Refund Policy. Additionally, courses affected by the withdrawal may appear as “Withdrawn” on the student’s transcript. For more information, please review SNHU’s Withdrawal Policy.
- Course Withdraw Policy. Students who wish to withdraw from an individual course, while remaining enrolled in others, must adhere to the guidelines outlined in this policy. Withdrawal deadlines are specified in the academic calendar, and courses withdrawn before the deadline will be assigned a "W" grade, which does not impact the student’s GPA. Tuition adjustments may also apply, depending on the timing of the withdrawal. For more information, please review SNHU’s Course Withdrawal Policy.
- Refund and Withdraw Policies. Students who drop and/or officially withdraw from coursework at SNHU may be eligible to receive a refund of tuition and other institutional charges. Where required, SNHU also adheres to specific state refund policies. For more information, please review SNHU's Withdrawal and Refunds Policy.
Health and Safety
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
- The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires that institutions which participate in Federal student aid programs provide information to the public regarding campus safety and security, as well as fire safety, policies, procedures and statistics. This SNHU Annual Security Report includes Information for victims of sexual violence, discrimination and harassment, information for crime victims about disciplinary hearings, Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures, Timely Warnings, Crime Log, Fire Safety Policies, Fire Statistics, and Fire Logs. SNHU will provide a paper copy upon request. For more information, please review SNHU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Campus Safety
- At SNHU, campus safety is a shared responsibility, with students, faculty, and staff working together to create a secure environment that fosters learning and growth. The Office of Public Safety is dedicated to protecting life and property, preventing criminal behavior, and maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. SNHU prioritizes campus safety through comprehensive measures, including 24/7 patrols by trained Public Safety officers, video surveillance to deter crime, extensive exterior lighting, and secure residence halls with advanced locking systems and emergency call boxes. Additional services such as SNHU Alerts, a text and email emergency notification system, and the Campus Escort Program enhance safety and provide peace of mind. Fire protection systems, safety education programs, and close collaboration with local police and fire departments further ensure a secure and supportive environment for the SNHU community. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Public Safety and Security page.
Campus Hazing
- SNHU prohibits all forms of hazing in connection with student organizations. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and the Stop Campus Hazing Act, SNHU has established policies, reporting procedures, and campus-wide prevention programs to educate students, faculty, and staff. For more information or to report hazing, please review SNHU’s Hazing Policy.
Public Safety
- SNHU prioritizes campus safety through comprehensive measures, including 24/7 patrols by trained Public Safety officers, video surveillance to deter crime, and secure residence halls with advanced locking systems and emergency call boxes. Additional services such as SNHU Alerts, a text and email emergency notification system, and the Campus Escort Program enhance safety and provide peace of mind. Fire protection systems, safety education programs, and close collaboration with local police and fire departments further ensure a secure and supportive environment for the SNHU community. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Public Safety and Security page.
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program
- SNHU is committed to maintaining an environment of teaching and learning that is free from illicit drugs and alcohol. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program page.
Emergency Preparedness
- SNHU is committed to the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors to our campuses. To support that commitment, we formed a crisis management team which worked with University officials to develop a crisis management plan. The plan has been reviewed and approved by officials at the State of New Hampshire Division of Public Safety. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Emergency Preparedness page.
Vaccination Policy
- The vaccination policy applies to all residential students, all undergraduate students, all international students and all full-time graduate day students taking classes on the Manchester NH campus. For more information, please review SNHU’s Vaccination Policy.
Student Outcomes
Career Services
- The SNHU Career Services teams work with students throughout their academic experience as well as after graduation to build professional tools needed to succeed in the workplace. SNHU does not participate in any job placement services. For more information, please visit SNHU’s Career Services page.
- Placement in Employment
- SNHU does not calculate placement rates in employment for any academic program unless required by programmatic accreditors.
- Placement in Employment
Cohort Default Rate
- The 3-year cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year. The U.S. Department of Education releases official cohort default rates once per year. The three most recent three-year official cohort default rates for SNHU may be viewed on the Cohort Default Rates tab of the College Navigator.
Financial Aid & Debt on College Scorecard
Students and families may review the Financial Aid and Debt tab on the College Scorecard, an online tool created by the U.S Department of Education, for the following federal student loan information for SNHU borrowers:
- Repayment Rate - The three-year repayment rate percentage for SNHU borrowers compared to the national average.
- Students Receiving Federal Loans - The share of SNHU undergraduate students who borrowed federal loans to help pay for college. Excludes Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans.
- Monthly Student Loan Payment - The median monthly loan payment for SNHU students who completed, if the federal loans were repaid over ten years at a defined interest rate.
- Typical Total Debt - The median federal debt of SNHU undergraduate borrowers who completed. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans and private student loans.
For more information, please review SNHU's .
Graduation and Transfer Out Rate
- SNHU reports disaggregated graduation rates by gender, major racial and ethnic subgroup, recipients of a Federal Pell Grant, recipients of a Subsidized Direct Loan who did not receive a Federal Pell Grant, and by students who did not receive either a Federal Pell Grant or a Subsidized Direct Loan. SNHU does not measure and report transfer out rates. For more information, please visit the .
Graduate and Professional Education
- SNHU does not collect graduate and professional education data. NHES collects New Hampshire, county specific data related to Graduate and Professional Degree educational attainment. In addition, The NH Department of Education maintains educational research data as well as the most current IPEDS data.
Retention Rates
- Retention Rates provided by College Navigator measure the percentage of full-time, first-time and part-time, first-time students who are seeking bachelor's degrees who return to the institution to continue their studies the following fall, as reported to IPEDS. For more information on SNHU’s Retention Rates, please visit College Navigator.
Athletics
Graduation and Transfer Out Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid
- All schools participating in Title IV, HEA Student Financial Aid programs that enroll students who are offered athletically related student aid are required to produce a report by July 1 each year for disaggregated graduation rates for athletes by gender, major racial and ethnic subgroup, recipients of a Federal Pell Grant, recipients of a Subsidized Direct Loan who did not receive a Federal Pell Grant, and by students who did not receive either a Federal Pell Grant or a Subsidized Direct Loan. This report is provided directly to the NCAA by SNHU to track graduation and academic success rates. SNHU is not required to publish the report on our website, or elsewhere. For more information on this, please visit Division II Graduation Rates Database.
Intercollegiate Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data (Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act)
- This annual report is a requirement of the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) which requires a school that has an intercollegiate athletic program to make prospective students aware of its commitment to providing equitable athletic opportunities for its male and female students. To learn more, please visit the U.S. Department of Education Equity in Athletics Data Analysis. SNHU will provide a paper copy upon request by emailing athletics@snhu.edu.