Quick Summary
Based in Durham, United States, University of New Hampshire is a public land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant research university with roots dating back to 1866. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14000 students including 4% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Marine Biology, Earth and Ocean Sciences, Space Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 87%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UNH offers top-tier research opportunities typical of a large university while maintaining a close-knit community feel and a high rate of post-graduation success.
Subject Strengths
Marine BiologyEarth and Ocean SciencesSpace ScienceHospitality ManagementForestry
Founded1866
TypePublic Land-grant, Sea-grant, and Space-grant Research University
Total Students14000
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusSuburban
Campus Size2,600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsWentworth-Douglass Hospital, Exeter Hospital
AccreditationNew England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral, Professional Degrees
Programs
Physics, Education, Natural Resources, Oceanography, History, Civil Engineering
PhD Programs
Online MBA, MS in Cybersecurity Engineering, MS in Health Data Science
Online Programs
Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space (EOS), Carsey School of Public Policy, Hubbard Center for Genome Studies
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate87%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.5
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for most programs
SATTest Optional
ACTTest Optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit Early Action by November 15 for better scholarship consideration. Highlight research interests and community involvement in the personal statement.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$38,612/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$31,250/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$55,112/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral, Professional Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Marine Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with regional and national corporations including NASA and NOAA.
Industry Connections
NASANOAALiberty MutualFidelity InvestmentsTimberland
Notable Alumni
John Irving, Jennifer Lee, T.J. Oshie, Carlton Fisk
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Whittemore Center Arena, Wildcat Stadium, Hamel Recreation Center
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
Dimond Library, Engineering and Physical Sciences Library, Science Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available