Online College Degrees

We recognize that achieving your education goals is about more than just finding time, it’s also about hurdling financial barriers. That’s why we’ve paved an accessible path for you by freezing our online tuition at its 2012 rate, a fact that helps Southern New Hampshire University maintain some of the most affordable undergraduate and graduate tuition costs in the nation.

Southern New Hampshire University is a leader in online education. Our online programs are developed by subject matter experts and professionals in online learning. Each program is designed to deliver relevant, applicable course outcomes that can help prepare you to succeed in the workplace.

SNHU's online instructors are industry leaders who have relevant, real-world experience and are accomplished in online learning and course delivery. You’ll have specially trained instructors in your early classes who are adept in helping you develop your skills and enhance your academic success.

Want to know what it’s like to take an online course at SNHU? Find out more about the courses, support system and flexibility of an online college education.

One of the fastest growing and most dynamic private, non-profit universities in the nation, SNHU has become a leader in providing high-quality, transformational pathways for learners. At SNHU, you can earn a degree from a private, nonprofit, NECHE accredited university. Meet your dedicated academic advisors who will provide guidance, encouragement and practical help so you can stay focused on your goals. Work with our career advisors services to find career and internship opportunities leveraging our corporate partnerships and growing alumni network of over 75,000. Learn from instructors who balance real-world expertise with a passion to educate. Take advantage of world-class online education services that include an online library, tutoring and 24/7 tech support, all developed specifically with a busy adult in mind.

U.S. News & World Report has continuously named us the "Most Innovative University" in the north, and our programs are regionally accredited - which means they meet rigorous academic standards. That’s because Southern New Hampshire University has exhibited an unceasing pursuit of academic excellence since its founding in 1932.

In addition to offering an easy online admission process, we strive to get you the transfer credit you deserve by accepting up to 90 undergraduate credits for bachelor's degrees and up to 45 toward associate degrees. You may also be eligible to save time and money by getting credit for work or life experience.

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Whether in-person or online, SNHU classes are designed to help prepare you for real world success.

The major difference is that SNHU online classes have no set time in which you need to be in front of your computer. This allows you the flexibility to create your own schedule. You’ll still participate – only instead of in-person lectures, it will be through weekly online assignments and discussion boards.

Online classes are no more or less difficult than campus classes – just different.

As one SNHU grad points out: “The assignments are definitely challenging, but they’re manageable.” From the support of your academic advisors and instructors, to tutoring services and the writing center, and even technology assistance from the SNHU Help Desk, we’re here to help when you need it.

There are many benefits to enrolling in online classes. SNHU believes in affordable, accessible education that caters to learners’ schedules so that you can reach your goals. Our online platform allows you to personalize your college experience to how you work best, and the projects you’ll work on and the technologies you’ll use are applicable to today’s workplace settings.

In most cases, online classes at SNHU don't meet at all. That’s one of the reasons so many people are opting to become an online student. You can do each week’s assignments on your schedule, turning them in at specified deadlines throughout the week – typically Thursday and Sunday nights.

While many SNHU programs can be completed 100% online, there are exceptions. Aside from traditional campus degree programs, a few may require blended learning (both online and in-person classes). Our master’s in counseling is one such example.

If you have questions about whether your program of choice is accessible online, on campus or both, please feel free to contact us or take a look at our program finder for details

Assignments vary throughout the programs. Students typically have a discussion board post and responses each week. Other work may include papers, individual or group projects, presentations, labs and assessments.

Getting started with online courses is easy at SNHU. You'll need some basic software programs and will want to ensure that your computer operating system meets some minimum requirements. Most laptops manufactured in the last few years will be enough to help you begin your academic journey. Some degree programs may require additional hardware or software so you should be sure to review the recommended system requirements for your specific degree program.

• Award Winning Academic Support 
  • Writing Center 
  • STEM Center 
  • Business Center 
  • 24/7 Drop-in tutoring 
  • Peer tutoring 
  • Written feedback 
  • Live Chat 
  • Academic coaching 
  • Live workshops 
  • Study halls and group coaching  
  • Resource library of YouTube Videos and PDF’s for on-demand learning 
• Academic Advising 
• SNHU Career Services
• Online Accessibility Center
• Online Shapiro Library
• Online Bookstore
• Online Wellness Center

SNHU IT Service Desk offers 24-hour tech support, 365 days per year, via phone, online form or live chat. We can help with any technical problem, software- or hardware-related.

SNHUconnect is a private online community created exclusively for students in our online programs. Share interests, join clubs and learning communities, receive academic support, gain career guidance and connect with 15,000+ peers who are active every month. Being an online student is more than earning your degree. At SNHU, you can join online clubs, network with students in your current or desired field, discover upcoming events in your area, and succeed in academic learning communities. Current students can visit SNHUconnect for more details.

Honor societies are invitation-only online student organizations. They do require a one-time payment as life-time membership dues. Some of the honor societies include: Alpha Sigma Lambda for adult learners, Delta Mu Delta for business majors, National Society of Leadership and Success, Pi Lambda Theta for education students, and Sigma Tau Delta for English and creative writing majors. 

We know how crucial it is for online students to receive support and guidance at SNHU. That’s why we created the Student Engagement Council. The council is a group of online undergraduate and graduate students who volunteer their time and energy to help other students succeed by informing the administration about the student experience, as well as supporting, engaging and interacting with fellow students in SNHUconnect. 

Experience the programs used in the real world – before you even launch your career. SNHU offers you the technology you need in your courses in our virtual environment, a cloud-based path to software applications and virtual desktops. It’s also easy to access and could save you money.

SNHU also utilizes Brightspace as the virtual learning environment. It’s an asynchronous platform, which means you have 24/7 login access and no assigned login times. Brightspace is your online classroom where you will find your courses, submit assignments, and participate in weekly discussions with peers.