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About University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

public research universityhigh acceptance ratestem and business focustest optional admissions

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is a public research university in Durham, NH, known for its high acceptance rate, stem and business focus, and test optional admissions. With an acceptance rate of 87%, UNH is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,942 students each year. UNH is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1120–1310, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UNH offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,518 per year; the sticker price of $53,218 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

87%
Overall Accept Rate
2.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1215
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1120 – 1310 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 26 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

Essay Strategy
UNH gives essays moderate weight, so use your personal statement to connect directly to a specific program or college within UNH, such as the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences or the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics, and explain why that program fits your goals.
Demonstrated Interest
UNH places very low importance on demonstrated interest, so you do not need to stress about tracking every email open or campus visit, and your energy is better spent polishing your essay and activity list.

Financial Aid & Cost

What University of New Hampshire-Main Campus actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$53k/yr$16.5k
30k-48k~$53k/yr$17.5k
48k-75k~$53k/yr$19.4k
75k-110k~$53k/yr$22.8k
110k+~$53k/yr$28.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

76%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$54k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
12,320
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

85%White
4%Hispanic
3%Unknown / Unreported
3%Two or More Races
3%Asian
1%International
1%Black / African American
Gender44% Men · 56% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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