College can be more affordable than you think.
At Southern New Hampshire University, we're on a mission to make high-quality education more accessible by making it more affordable. With 80+ career-focused majors, state-of-the-art facilities, D2 sports, and over 70 student clubs and organizations, you can get the campus experience you've always dreamed of at a more affordable price.
Campus Tuition & Fees
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees 2022-2023
Tuition Rates and Fees are subject to change.
| On Campus Costs | Per Credit | Per 3 Credit Course |
Annually (30 Credits) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Programs Full-Time | $15,000 (flat rate) | ||
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Undergraduate Programs Part-time |
$625 | $1,875 | |
| Select* Undergraduate Programs |
$320 | $960 | $9,600 |
| Non-degree seeking, course work only |
$320 | $960 | |
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Housing |
$8,000 - $10,000 |
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Dining Plan |
$1,830 - $4,200 |
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Engineering Program Fee |
$1,500 | |
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Other Fees & Insurance |
$1,783 - $2,146 |
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Estimated Total Cost |
$21,213 - $34,346 |
*Select Programs include: BA Communication, BS Construction Management, BS Entrepreneurship, BS Game Art and Interactive Design, BS Game and Simulation Programming, BA Graphic Design and Media Arts. VA benefits may not be applicable to these programs, please consult Admission with questions.
Aviation Operations and Management Program Fees
The cost breakdown below is specific to the Aviation Operations and Management program.
Students with no prior flight experience can expect to enroll in four terms of campus undergraduate study and nine courses of online study, followed by the option of either an additional two terms of campus study or ten courses of online study (or a combination of the two). The difference in cost can be estimated using the per term/per course breakdown below.
The program also carries a $60,000 Flight Fee, distributed across the first five terms of the program. This fee covers the specific flight costs required for a student to earn a Private Pilot License, Instrument rating, Certified Flight Instructor rating, and Commercial Multi-Engine rating. If a student has already earned their PPL or any rating, the related costs and fees will decrease accordingly.
| AOM Program Fees |
Per Course |
Per Semester |
Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight Fee | $15,000 | $60,000 | |
| Engineering Program Fee | $1,500 | ||
| Unmanned Aerial Systems Certificate: Drone Exam (UAS-107) | $350 | ||
| Unmanned Aerial Systems Certificate: Drone Rental Fee (UAS-207 and UAS-307) | $50 |
The Aviation Operations and Management program is not currently approved for military benefit use.
*This data reflects 2022-23 costs for full-time undergraduate day students.
Housing
| Housing | Per Semester | Annually |
|---|---|---|
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Monadnock - double |
$4,500 |
$9,000 |
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Windsor/Hampton/Washington/New Castle/Tuckerman/Kingston Hall - single |
$4,500 |
$9,000 |
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Windsor/Hampton/Washington/New Castle/Tuckerman/Kingston Hall - double |
$4,000 |
$8,000 |
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Tuckerman Hall - triple, quad |
$4,000 |
$8,000 |
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Tuckerman Hall - double with bath, quad double with bath |
$4,500 |
$9,000 |
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Conway/Lincoln/Monadnock - single apartment rooms |
$5,000 |
$10,000 |
Dining Plans
| Dining Plans | Per Semester | Annually |
|---|---|---|
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Plan 1 - Platinum |
$2,100 |
$4,200 |
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Plan 2 - Gold (mandatory plan for first semester freshmen & new residents) |
$1,900 |
$3,800 |
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Plan 3 - Silver (not available for first semester freshmen or new residents) |
$1,750 |
$3,500 |
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Plan 4 - Traditional (not available for first semester freshmen or new residents) |
$1,390 |
$2,780 |
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Plan 5 - Choice (not available for first semester freshmen or new residents) |
$1,190 |
$2,380 |
| Plan 6 - Basic (not available for first semester freshmen or new residents) |
$915 |
$1,830 |
Parking Permit Fees
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Parking Permit Fees: (Manchester campus) *Other charges may apply |
Weekly |
Annually |
|---|---|---|
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Resident without Annual Permit |
$10 |
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Resident freshmen |
$204.95 |
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Resident non-freshmen |
$104.95 |
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Commuter Students |
$54.95 |
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Special Programs |
$10 |
Other Costs
| Health Fees | Per Term |
Per Semester |
Annually |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellness Fee – Domestic |
$25 |
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| Wellness Fee – All other International |
$25 |
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Health Insurance – Domestic Fall Start |
$1,572 (est.) |
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Health Insurance – Domestic and International Spring Start |
$1,048 (est.) |
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Health Insurance – International Fall start and graduating Domestic students |
$524 |
| Conditional Fees | Per Occurrence |
|---|---|
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Orientation (new students in fall) |
$180 |
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Orientation (new students in spring) |
$50 |
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Graduation Fee |
$150 |
| Campus Study Abroad Administrative Fee |
$328 |
If you plan to enroll in fewer than 12 credit hours, please inquire about per-credit charges by special arrangement.
Graduate Tuition & Fees 2022-2023
Tuition Rates and Fees are subject to change.
| Master's Programs | Per Credit |
Per 3-Credit Course* | Annually (15 Credits) |
|---|---|---|---|
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On Campus Degrees/Certificates |
$700 |
$2,100 |
$10,500 |
| NH Leadership Cohorts (M.Ed., CAGS) |
$675 |
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| VT Field-Based Programs (M.Ed, CAGS) |
$417 |
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| FBGE (PDOC) |
$120 |
*Tuition Rates are subject to change and are reviewed Annually.
Master of Fine Arts in Fiction or Nonfiction (MFA) Cost
| MFA Program |
Per Term |
Per Semester |
Annually |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,463 |
$15,286 | |
| Summer/Winter Residency Fee |
$1,200 |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
| Doctor of Philosophy Program | Per Term |
Annually* |
|---|---|---|
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Years 1-3 |
$5,333 |
$16,000 |
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Doctoral Dissertation Continuation Fee |
$921 |
$2,763 |
PhD Dissertation Fee (One Time): $412
*Tuition rates are subject to change. Changes are generally implemented in June each year.
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) Tuition and Fees
| Doctor of Education Program | Per Term* | Per Credit* | Annually* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed.D. EDGR Courses | $627 | ||
| Ed.D. EDU Courses (Years 1-3) |
$627 |
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| Low-residency Dissertation Colloquium (Beyond Year 3) |
$921 | $2,763 |
| Low-residency (2017-2018 cohorts only) | Per Term* | Annually* |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Colloquium | $921 | $2,763 |
Tuition and fees are 'cohort fees' and as such will remain stable for the duration of this program
*Tuition rates are subject to change. Changes are generally implemented in June each year.
| Additional Doctoral Program Fees | Cost* |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (One Time) |
$40 |
| Graduation Fee (One Time) |
$150 |
| Ph.D. Intensive/Residency Fee (Summer Term) |
$1,600 |
| Ed.D. Intensive Fee (Summer Term) |
$1,600 |
*Tuition rates are subject to change. Changes are generally implemented in June each year.
Other Fees
| Conditional Fees | Per Occurrence |
|---|---|
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New Graduate International Student Orientation Fee |
$180 |
| Counseling (COU 540) Residency Fee |
$1,400 |
| Counseling (COU 690) Residency Fee |
$1,400 |
Wondering how to pay for school?
1. Apply for financial aid.
Fill out the FAFSA - the application for federal student aid - to see if you're eligible for additional financial assistance that can help offset your immediate costs.
2. Estimate your costs.
Use the Net Price Calculator to calculate what's left to pay after adding up your grants, loans and other assistance.
3. Connect with a Student Financial Services counselor.
Once you and your family determine your net cost, work directly with a specialist to bridge the gap and navigate the payment process.
Understanding how to pay for your education can help you reduce your costs - now, and in the future. Call, email or visit with us, and we'll help you make the process as simple as possible.
Whether you want to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree, our Manchester campus aims to keep tuition and related costs low for our students so you can position yourself well academically—and financially—for the future you want.