
Manchester, NH
Open Admissions
Graduation
Southern New Hampshire University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Manchester, New Hampshire. With an enrollment of approximately 156,755 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 96%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 43%. Graduates earn a median salary of $50,318 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $33,742 per year.
Acceptance Rate
96%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
43%
Enrollment
156,755
Total students
Median Earnings
$50,318
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$16,450
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,450
Per year
Average Net Price
$33,742
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
SAT Math
ACT Composite
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$134,968
10-Year Earnings
$503,180
ROI Multiple
3.7×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students