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 70+ 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 2023-2024
On Campus Costs | Per Credit | Per 3 Credit Course* |
Annually (30 Credits) |
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Undergraduate Programs Full-Time Tuition** | $515 | $1,545 | $15,450 |
Undergraduate Programs Part-time Tuition |
$515 | $1,545 | |
Housing |
$9,000 - $11,000 |
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Dining Plan*** |
$3,800 |
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International Student Fee (International students only) |
$350 |
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Engineering Program Fees (Applies to Engineering students only) |
$3,000 | ||
Comprehensive Fee (Includes orientation, wellness, activities, and parking)**** |
$1,000 |
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Health Insurance¹ |
$1,931 |
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Estimated Total Cost |
$31,181 - $33,181 |
**Excludes students enrolled in Experience More programs (EXM), and Innovation Scholars students.
- Experience More: The tuition rate for students currently enrolled in an Experience More (EXM) program will be $330 per credit. For a student who takes 30 credits per academic year, their tuition cost will remain below $10k (at $9,900).
- Innovation Scholars: Students who began their SNHU experience as Innovation Scholars in the 2020-21 academic year will continue to have scholarships.
***Commuter students are not required to purchase a meal plan, but have the option to purchase a Commuter Membership Meal Plan for $1,200 per semester.
**** Supports wraparound student services, including orientation and First Year Experience (FYE) activities; participation in programs and events; access to the Wellness Center, mental health services, and the fitness center; campus parking; and more
Other Costs
Health Insurance**** | Per Term |
Per Semester |
Annually |
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Health Insurance – Domestic Fall Start |
$1,931 |
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Health Insurance – Domestic and International Spring Start |
$1,266 |
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1To ensure that all undergraduate, domestic day students have insurance coverage, SNHU automatically enrolls each student in a university-provided medical insurance program. However, students may have this fee waived by providing proof of existing health insurance. Students may contact Student Financial Services at sfscampus@snhu.edu or 603.645.9640 with any questions.
**** Note: Health Insurance is available only to students taking classes in person on campus, and costs are subject to change.
Graduate Tuition & Fees 2023-2024
Master's Programs | Per Credit |
Per 3-Credit Course* | Annually (15 Credits) |
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On Campus Degrees/Certificates |
$721 |
$2,163 |
$10,815 |
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. Changes are generally implemented in June each year.
Master of Fine Arts in Fiction or Nonfiction (MFA) Cost
MFA Program |
Per Credit |
Per Semester |
Annually |
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Tuition | $497.53 |
$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 |
Doctoral Dissertation Continuation Fee |
$921 |
$2,763 |
Ph.D. 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* |
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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* |
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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* |
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Application Fee (One Time) |
$40 |
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 |
Comprehensive Fee* | $1,000 |
*Supports wraparound student services, including participation in programs and events; access to the Wellness Center, mental health services, and the fitness center; campus parking; and more
Get Ready for SNHU
Are you ready to see what your dream college experience could look like? It’s not too late to visit or apply!
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.