Grants & Scholarships

Federal Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grants are awarded on a sliding scale up to $5,920 per year to students with exceptional financial need as demonstrated through the filing of the FAFSA. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and not already have obtained a baccalaureate degree. Student eligibility is determined by your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and grant amounts are determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education and recalculated each academic term for a student's enrollment status based off of actual attended credits.

Students who are eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant will have a lifetime limit of twelve full-time semesters or six full years of eligibility. The Lifetime Eligibility Used includes all Federal Pell grant payments received at prior colleges or universities in addition to those received while at SNHU.

You are not eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant if you are incarcerated in a federal or state penal institution or are subject to an involuntary civil commitment upon completion of a period of incarceration for a forcible or nonforcible sexual offense.

Southern New Hampshire University is currently participating in the Dual Enrollment experiment authorized by the Department of Education to provide Federal Pell Grant awards only to high school students enrolled in select SNHU undergraduate degree program. Any Pell grant funds received under this experiment apply toward the student's Lifetime Eligibility Used.

Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant
Federal Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants are awarded to students who are not eligible for a Federal Pell Grant on the basis of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), but meet the remaining Federal Pell Grant eligibility requirements, and:

• Whose parent or guardian was a member of the U.S. armed forces and died as a result of military service performed in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11, and
• Who was under the age of 24 years or enrolled in college at least part-time at the time of your parent's or guardian's death.

Eligibility is confirmed through a Department of Defense database match through the filing of the FAFSA. The grant award is equal to the amount of a maximum Federal Pell Grant for the current award year.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
FSEOG is a campus-based federal grant program with awards ranging from $100 to $1,000 per year, depending on the student's program and availability of funds. Grants are awarded to the first selection group of students who demonstrate exceptional financial need through the filing of the FAFSA and who also receive Federal Pell Grants.

State Grants and UNIQUE
State grant funding is received by SNHU from various surrounding states to assist resident students with the cost of education. Students should contact their home state agencies to see if they qualify for state assistance at Southern New Hampshire University. To identify your state education agency to understand available programs, please go to State Financial Aid Programs.

New Hampshire Residents: The state of New Hampshire does not have a state grant program. However, students may qualify for the UNIQUE program. The Unique Scholarship program is comprised of two scholarship programs:

• The UNIQUE Annual Allocation program provides increased equal access and choice for deserving needy New Hampshire residents as demonstrated through the filing of the FAFSA at a participating New Hampshire institution; and
• The UNIQUE Endowment Allocation program that provides qualifying New Hampshire institutions with allocations to restricted endowments for awards to New Hampshire residents.

Eligible New Hampshire students will be automatically notified on their award letter if they qualify, but may learn more about the UNIQUE program at the New Hampshire Treasury.

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship - Online Programs
A 10% tuition reduction scholarship for online programs through SNHU Online is awarded to students who identify themselves at Phi Theta Kappa members or alumni. Accepted students would complete a tuition reduction form accessed through MY.SNHU.

Finlay Family Scholarship
Established by Southern New Hampshire University alumnus, Robert J. Finlay, this scholarship supports New Hampshire residents enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate School of Business major. Preference will be given to full-time students who display an entrepreneurial spirit and can show financial need.

Hassa Jadvani Memorial Scholarship
This fund supports students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business. Preference will be given to Sikh or Hindu students of Indian descent enrolled in the International Business or Finance curriculum using standard need and academic criteria.

Matthew Stuart Van Kleek
This fund supports students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business.

School of Business Scholarship Fund
The Southern New Hampshire University Alumni Association and the School of Business have raised money to support this scholarship program. It provides scholarships to School of Business undergraduate and graduate students based on need and academic criteria.

Alumni Leadership Scholarship
Created by the Alumni Board of Directors, this scholarship supports students who have completed at least two terms with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipients will have demonstrated leadership skills in the SNHU community and be actively engaged in student life.

Dr. Jeanette A. Ritzenthaler Scholarship
The estate of Dr. Jeanette Ritzenthaler made provisions for an endowed scholarship to be awarded to a student from the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Students should be enrolled in the Continuing Education or Online undergraduate program. The student must be in his/her junior year (or with junior level credits) pursuing a bachelor's degree, have financial need, be maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and provide evidence of leadership through involvement in school and community activities.

Martha Van Hyland Scholarship
This fund was created in memory of Southern New Hampshire University alumna, Martha Van Hyland to support Belknap County residents matriculated in the university's Continuing Education or Online bachelor's degree program. Students must maintain 3.0 GPA or higher and show financial need.

The Continuing Education Scholarship
This Scholarship is offered specifically to matriculated SNHU Continuing Education students or SNHU Online students. To be eligible students must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA, be solely responsible for his/her tuition (employer tuition assistance recipients are not eligible), be currently enrolled and have taken a minimum of fifteen (15) credits at SNHU.

The Elaine I. Routhier Costigan and Ronald J. Costigan Scholarship
This scholarship was created to support continuing education students who have completed no less than half of the necessary credits who show financial need.

Veterans Scholarship
This scholarship, founded by alumni who are veterans of the Vietnam War, supports current students who are veterans, the dependents of veterans, or actively serving in the military. Awards are based on need and academic criteria.

Edward Nassar Veterans Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Edward Nassar, a former student at Southern New Hampshire University, the Southern New Hampshire University Alumni Association has created a scholarship fund designed to provide assistance to deserving, needy Southern New Hampshire University students. Preference is given to veterans of the armed forces and/or their dependents. Candidates are required to submit a letter of consideration. A GPA of 2.8 or higher is required, awarded based on financial need and academic standing.

Li Xu Scholarship Fund
This fund was established in memory of SNHU student Li Xu (aka Oscar). This scholarship is awarded to International and U.S. undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate the strong giving and sharing spirit of Li Xu by showing their commitment to the needs of new students. Scholarship applicants should demonstrate interest in helping new students understand the academic culture of the University and social culture of New Hampshire in an effort to assist them in adjusting to the University.

Federal Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grants are awarded on a sliding scale up to $5,920 per year to students with exceptional financial need as demonstrated through the filing of the FAFSA. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and not already have obtained a baccalaureate degree. Student eligibility is determined by your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and grant amounts are determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education and recalculated each academic term for a student's enrollment status based off of actual attended credits.

Students who are eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant will have a lifetime limit of twelve full-time semesters or six full years of eligibility. The Lifetime Eligibility Used includes all Federal Pell grant payments received at prior colleges or universities in addition to those received while at SNHU.

You are not eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant if you are incarcerated in a federal or state penal institution or are subject to an involuntary civil commitment upon completion of a period of incarceration for a forcible or nonforcible sexual offense.

Southern New Hampshire University is currently participating in the Dual Enrollment experiment authorized by the Department of Education to provide Federal Pell Grant awards only to high school students enrolled in select SNHU undergraduate degree program. Any Pell grant funds received under this experiment apply toward the student's Lifetime Eligibility Used.

Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant
Federal Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants are awarded to students who are not eligible for a Federal Pell Grant on the basis of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), but meet the remaining Federal Pell Grant eligibility requirements, and:

• Whose parent or guardian was a member of the U.S. armed forces and died as a result of military service performed in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11, and
• Who was under the age of 24 years or enrolled in college at least part-time at the time of your parent's or guardian's death.

Eligibility is confirmed through a Department of Defense database match through the filing of the FAFSA. The grant award is equal to the amount of a maximum Federal Pell Grant for the current award year.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
FSEOG is a campus-based federal grant program with awards ranging from $100 to $1,000 per year, depending on the student's program and availability of funds. Grants are awarded to the first selection group of students who demonstrate exceptional financial need through the filing of the FAFSA and who also receive Federal Pell Grants.

State Grants and UNIQUE
State grant funding is received by SNHU from various surrounding states to assist resident students with the cost of education. Students should contact their home state agencies to see if they qualify for state assistance at Southern New Hampshire University. To identify your state education agency to understand available programs, please go to State Financial Aid Programs.

New Hampshire Residents: The state of New Hampshire does not have a state grant program. However, students may qualify for the UNIQUE program. The Unique Scholarship program is comprised of two scholarship programs:

• The UNIQUE Annual Allocation program provides increased equal access and choice for deserving needy New Hampshire residents as demonstrated through the filing of the FAFSA at a participating New Hampshire institution; and
• The UNIQUE Endowment Allocation program that provides qualifying New Hampshire institutions with allocations to restricted endowments for awards to New Hampshire residents.

Eligible New Hampshire students will be automatically notified on their award letter if they qualify, but may learn more about the UNIQUE program at the New Hampshire Treasury.

SNHU Need Based Grants
Southern New Hampshire University need-based grants are based on financial need demonstrated through the filing of the FAFSA and are available for full-time undergraduate day students. Awards range from $400 to $14,400 annually.

SNHU Sibling Grant
The SNHU Sibling Grant is for a family with two or more dependent undergraduate siblings concurrently attending for the full academic year in any of the full-time day programs. The amount of the scholarship will be split between each sibling for annual total of $2,500.

New Hampshire Governor's Scholarship
The New Hampshire governor's scholarship program is designed to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, and direct costs to eligible high school graduates or recent high school graduates within the state of New Hampshire. Eligibility is limited to first time, full time students who are Federal Pell Grant recipients. Requirements include New Hampshire residency, graduation from a New Hampshire high school or a NH high school equivalency, and cannot be an adjudicated delinquent or convicted or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felonies or any second or subsequent alcohol or drug related offenses. Annual awards are based on students who demonstrate exceptional financial need through the filing of the FAFSA and the availability of funding. Two categories of scholarships include:

• Designated New Hampshire scholars will receive $2,000 per year and must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA to renew their scholarship for up to four years; and
• Non-New Hampshire scholars will receive a $1,000 scholarship and must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA to renew their scholarship for up to four years.

SNHU offers several types of scholarship programs to full-time undergraduate day students. Students with GPAs of 2.5 and higher may receive up to $20,000 in grants and scholarships. Most degree-seeking students receive some form of financial assistance.

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New students applying to the undergraduate day program are automatically considered for merit-based, renewable grants and scholarships. No separate application process is required for the scholarships below.

Presidential Scholarship
Students selected for a Presidential Scholarship will be notified at the time of admission and may receive additional types of financial assistance based on financial need. Individual scholarship amounts vary and are awarded based on a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of a 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale). The Presidential Scholarship is renewable by maintaining a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Failure to maintain the required GPA will result in the loss of scholarship funds.

Quill Scholarship
Students selected for a Quill Scholarship will be notified at the time of admission and may receive additional types of financial assistance based on financial need. Individual scholarship amounts vary and are awarded based on a cumulative grade point average between 3.0-3.49 (on a 4.0 scale). These scholarships are renewable each year by maintaining a 2.5 cumulative grade-point average (GPA). Failure to maintain the required GPA will result in the loss of scholarship funds.

Penmen Scholarship
Students selected for a Penmen Scholarship will be notified at the time of admission and may receive additional types of financial assistance based on financial need. Scholarship amounts vary and are awarded based on a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) between 2.5-2.99 (on a 4.0 scale). These scholarships are renewable each year by maintaining a 2.0 college grade-point average (GPA). Failure to maintain the required GPA will result in the loss of scholarship funds.

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship
An unlimited number of $2,000 scholarships for both full-time undergraduate day resident students and commuters are awarded to Phi Theta Kappa members who have a completed associate degree from a two-year program and a 3.5 cumulative grade point average. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average of all college work is required for the scholarship to be renewed. Failure to maintain the required GPA will result in the permanent loss of scholarship funds. This scholarship will be combined with other non-Phi Theta Kappa scholarships and any academic awards that a student may receive from SNHU. Additional college honors society scholarship may not be combined with this offer.

Regional Community College Scholarship
A $3,000 Regional Community College Scholarship is available to new transfer students who attend (or most recently attended) a community college in the Northeast (including New York and New Jersey). Qualified applicants must have a cumulative college GPA of a 2.5 or higher in order to be considered for this offer. This scholarship is renewable so long as the student remains enrolled in the undergraduate day program.

Honors Program Scholarship
SNHU awards a $2,000 scholarship to students accepted into either the University Honors Program or the Bradley Three Year Honors Program in Business Administration. Renewability is dependent on continued participation in the program.

Academy of Finance Scholarship
The University awards annual $1,000 scholarships to students who submit a certificate of completion from the Academy of Finance as a part of their application.

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Scholarship
The Office of Admission will award a limited number of $1,000 scholarships to FBLA participants. The FBLA advisor must submit a letter of recommendation to demonstrate proof of participation. Students must be enrolled in the full-time undergraduate day program to be eligible. Additionally, SNHU sponsors several scholarships at the state leadership conference each spring. SNHU honors the highest single scholarship amount that a student has received through participation in FBLA. Students must provide a copy of their scholarship certificate to Student Financial Services.

DECA Scholarship
The Office of Admission will award a limited number of $1,000 scholarships to DECA participants. The DECA advisor must submit a letter of recommendation to demonstrate proof of participation. Students must be enrolled in the full-time undergraduate day program to be eligible. Additionally, SNHU sponsors several scholarships at the state leadership conference each spring. SNHU honors the highest single scholarship amount that a student has received through participation in DECA. Students must provide a copy of their scholarship certificate to Student Financial Services.

Dr. Marty J. Bradley 3Year Business Honors Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of Marty J. Bradley, a former SNHU professor and the 3Year Business Honors Program first Director. This scholarship will be awarded to full-time students entering their second or third year in the 3Year Business Honors program. To be eligible, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be highly involved in university life and activities. Priority is given to students who are making significant contributions to the 3Year Honors Program, and who demonstrate financial need.

Hawaux Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship supports students enrolled in the traditional full-time undergraduate day program. It will be awarded to rising seniors in the Sports Management Program with a minimum GPA of 2.7. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Dr. Jacqueline Mara Scholarship
Established by former Dean and Trustee emeritus, Dr. Jacqueline Mara, this scholarship supports full-time day graduate students of U.S. citizenship with preference given to those enrolled in traditional business disciplines; based on academic merit and need.

Economics/Finance Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports students enrolled in the Economics/Finance or related programs. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Finlay Family Scholarship
Established by Southern New Hampshire University alumnus, Robert J. Finlay, this scholarship supports New Hampshire residents enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate School of Business major. Preference will be given to full-time students who display an entrepreneurial spirit and can show financial need.

Frank & Eleanor Barnes Alumni Scholarship
Established in 1979 in honor of Frank and Eleanor Barnes, former Southern New Hampshire University information technology professors, this scholarship is available to assist students majoring in information technology or accounting/information systems and is based on need and academic criteria.

George Teloian Scholarship
George Teloian, professor emeritus of accounting, has made provisions for an endowment fund in his name. Scholarships are awarded to juniors or seniors majoring in accounting. Awards are based on academic achievement in the accounting major, overall record, excellence in involvement in university life and activities and financial need.

Hassa Jadvani Memorial Scholarship
This fund supports students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business. Preference will be given to Sikh or Hindu students of Indian descent enrolled in the International Business or Finance curriculum using standard need and academic criteria. In a year when there are no deserving needy students majoring in the indicated subject areas, the awards may be presented to other students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business.

Henry W. Bloch Scholarship Fund
This fund was established as a gift to the university by H & R Block founder and Southern New Hampshire University honorary degree recipient, Henry W. Bloch. This scholarship is awarded to full time undergraduate students who are enrolled in their junior or senior year at Southern New Hampshire University, are academically qualified students in a business major and have demonstrated financial need. Priority is given to students who are highly involved in college life and activities.

Matthew Stuart Van Kleeck Memorial Scholarship
This fund supports students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business.

Ronald L. Woodward Memorial Scholarship
The Ronald L. Woodward Memorial Scholarship was created in honor of a former Southern New Hampshire University student and Rochester, N.Y. native by the Southern New Hampshire University Alumni Association. Students whose homes are located in Upstate New York shall be given first priority. Preference will be given to students majoring in accounting, accounting/information systems, information technology and business administration, based on need.

School of Business Scholarship Fund
The Southern New Hampshire University Alumni Association and the School of Business have raised money to support this scholarship program. It provides scholarships to School of Business undergraduate and graduate students based on need and academic criteria.

Scott Caswell Memorial Scholarship
After his death in 1987, this fund was created by friends of Scott Caswell to benefit juniors or seniors who are enrolled in computer-related majors. Recipients must be residents of New Hampshire and have a minimum grade point average of 3.0.

Tony Lambert Scholarship Fund
The Tony Lambert Memorial Fund was established by the Lambert family to support retailing and management majors. Awarded to juniors based on need and academic criteria.

William Trueheart Scholarship
Established in honor of former SNHU professor, William Trueheart, this scholarship fund is offered to support information technology majors with financial need. Preference is given to juniors or seniors with a GPA of 3.3 or better.

Culinary Scholarship Fund
Scholarships are awarded to students majoring in Culinary Arts who show financial need.

Ernest Iamundo/Labatt USA Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Labatt USA in honor of longtime employee, Ernest Iamundo. It supports students studying in a Hospitality program with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and financial need. Preference is given to juniors and seniors in the food and beverage program, or with an interest in pursuing a career in the food and beverage industry.

Hector Boiardi Scholarship
This fund was established in memory of Hector Boiardi to provide scholarships to students with financial need who have shown a real interest in culinary studies.

Stephen F. Knapp Scholarship
This scholarship supports students enrolled in the graduate School of Education with a focus in Special Education and demonstrated financial need.

Alumni Family Scholarship
The Alumni Family Scholarship, in the amount of $1,000 per year, is awarded to students whose parent (biological or step), sibling or grandparent graduated from the university with any associate, bachelor's or master's degree program. The student must be enrolled in the full-time undergraduate day program.

Athletic Scholarship Program
Athletic scholarships are available to outstanding athletes in men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, women's volleyball, women's softball, men's baseball, men's and women's lacrosse, men's and women's tennis, men's & women's golf, field hockey, men's and women's cross-country and women's track & field. Scholarship amounts vary. Go to SNHU Penmen for a complete list of sports offerings and for coaches contact information. For further information, contact the Southern New Hampshire University Athletic Department by calling 603.645.9604.

Housing Scholarship
The Housing Scholarship is awarded to new full-time undergraduate day students who qualify with strong academics and choose to reside on campus. This scholarship is renewable by maintaining resident status and a 2.0 cumulative grade point average.

Resident Assistant Scholarship Program
The Resident Assistant Scholarship Program awards work scholarships to students who are chosen for positions as resident assistants in the dorms, apartments and townhouses on the university campus. The program is limited to full-time upper-class and graduate students who have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5. Applications are handled by the Office of Residence Life.

Assistant Resident Director Scholarship Program
The Assistant Residence Director Scholarship Program awards work scholarships to full-time graduate students who are chosen for (2) positions as Assistant Residence Directors in the dorms and townhouses on the university campus. The program is limited to full-time graduate students. Applications are handled by the Office of Residence Life.

Women's Faculty Scholarship
The Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Women's Faculty Scholarship was created in 1990 by the full-time women faculty of SNHU (then New Hampshire College). The scholarship acknowledges and supports students who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to human and environmental rights, economic justice, gender equity and community service.

Any full-time University College undergraduate day student or fulltime College of Engineering, Technology, and Aeronautics (CETA) undergraduate student may apply regardless of race, gender or nationality. Students may apply after completing a minimum of twenty-four credits at SNHU. Prior scholarship applicants and recipients may re-apply provided they are still full-time undergraduate students.

Scholarship recipients are based upon academic record, evidence of past and continued commitment to human rights, and financial need. Student transcript, an essay addressing how you feel you meet the scholarship description, and three references (including at least one SNHU faculty/staff member). The size of awards varies with the number of selected recipients in a given year and with the scholarship merits of each candidate.

Veterans Scholarship
This scholarship, founded by alumni who are veterans of the Vietnam War, supports current students who are veterans, the dependents of veterans, or actively serving in the military. Awards are based on need and academic criteria.

Edward Nassar Veterans Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Edward Nassar, a former student at Southern New Hampshire University, the Southern New Hampshire University Alumni Association has created a scholarship fund designed to provide assistance to deserving, needy Southern New Hampshire University students. Preference is given to veterans of the armed forces and/or their dependents. Candidates are required to submit a letter of consideration. A GPA of 2.8 or higher is required, awarded based on financial need and academic standing.

Li Xu Scholarship Fund
This fund was established in memory of SNHU student Li Xu (aka Oscar). This scholarship is awarded to International and U.S. undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate the strong giving and sharing spirit of Li Xu by showing their commitment to the needs of new students. Scholarship applicants should demonstrate interest in helping new students understand the academic culture of the University and social culture of New Hampshire in an effort to assist them in adjusting to the University.

Charles & Barbara Bickford International Scholarship
The scholarship shall be awarded to graduate or undergraduate international student(s) studying on the Manchester campus. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need in the following order: students from Vietnam or Cambodia, students from Southeast Asia or China, then lastly from other foreign countries.