School Overview
A private university founded in 1932, Southern New Hampshire University hosts students on its 300-acre campus in Manchester and online. SNHU enrolls over 90,000 online learners, making it one of the largest online universities in the country.
At SNHU, online and on-campus students can pursue a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. The School of Business offers 15 undergraduate majors, nine graduate degrees, and a doctoral program, plus many certificate options. Southern New Hampshire University holds accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Quick Facts
Location: Manchester, NH
Recieving Financial Aid: 75%
School Type: Private
Student-To-Faculty Ratio: 24:1
Online Student Population: 104,068
Contact
Phone
(888) 387-0861
Ranked As
#3Top Online MBA Programs in New Hampshire
#7Top Online MBA Programs in Environmental Management
#10Top Online MBA Programs in Operations Management
#25Top Online MBA Programs in Project Management
#4Top Online MBA Programs in Public Administration
#10Top Online MBA Programs in Sports Management
Popular Programs
Accounting and Finance
Communications
Nursing
Liberal Arts
Business
Notable Alumni
Southern New Hampshire University boasts many notable alumni, such as Elaine Duke, a former United States Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security; Samia Suluhu, Vice President of Tanzania; and U.S. Senator Marc Pacheco.
About Manchester, NH
Located in the southern part of the state, Manchester is one of the most-populated cities in northern New England. The Merrimack River runs through part of the city. The city was named after Manchester, England, with the intent to develop the area into a great industrial metropolis. Today, Manchester offers high affordability, and many small businesses find success in the city's economic landscape. Manchester was ranked by Forbes as an affordable place to live and one of the most educated cities in America.
Academics
The online MBA program at SNHU offers 20 concentrations in areas like music business, sustainability and environmental compliance, and business intelligence. Online learners can complete the program in as little as 15 months through a flexible, fully online format.
Graduation Rate: 54%
Retention Rate: 68%
Format: Online
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Online MBA Facts
Online MBA Programmatic: ACBSP
Online MBA Credit Requirements: 36
Online MBA Program Length: 15 Months
Online MBA Concentrations
Business Intelligence
Engineering Management
Human Resources
International Finance
International Supply Chain Management
Leadership
Music Business
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Project Management
Public Administration
Quantitative Analysis
Sport Management
Sustainability and Environmental Compliance
Student Life
SNHU offers several online clubs and professional organizations for students. For example, online MBA students can join Delta Mu Delta, an international honor society specifically for business majors. SNHU also offers a 100% online tutoring service, career counseling services, a writing center, and academic advising.
Total Enrollment: 104,068
Undergrad Enrollment: 82,693
Graduate Enrollment: 21,375
Athletic Association: NCAA Division II (without football)
Clubs and Organizations
Delta Mu Delta
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Institute of Management Accountants
HR Management Collegiate Association
National Society of Leadership and Success
Admissions
SNHU does not require GMAT or GRE scores, believing that all students should have access to a graduate degree. Prospective students can complete the application process online. The school offers rolling admission, which means students can apply at any point during the year and begin on the next available start date. The online MBA program features five start dates and allows students to transfer up to 12 credits toward the degree.
Online MBA Admission
GPA: 2.75 minimum (for all online programs)
GMAT Required for Online MBA: No
Acceptance Rate: 91% (for all SNHU programs)
Online MBA Application Deadline: Rolling
Online MBA Application Fee: Through June 14, 2020, there is no application fee for online graduate programs for U.S. students.
Transfer Student Admission
GPA: 2.75 minimum
Maximum Transferable Credits: 12
International Student Admission
GPA: 2.75 minimum
TOEFL Required for Online MBA: Yes; sub scores are not considered for graduate admission
Minimum TOEFL Test Score: 71
Application Fee: $40
Cost & Financial Aid
SNHU offers multiple online scholarships and other financial aid resources. Currently, 75% of students at SNHU take advantage of financial aid, and many receive funding from government grants and private scholarships. SNHU also provides scholarships specifically for business majors.
Online MBA Cost per Credit: $627
Students Receiving Financial Aid: 75%
Net Price Calculator
Use this calculator to make an early estimate of your total annual cost of attending SNHU. It is designed to estimate costs and eligibility for financial aid.
Notable Grants and Scholarships
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) ($100-$1,000)
Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship – Online Programs (10% tuition reduction)
Matthew Stuart Van Kleek Scholarship (Varies)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southern New Hampshire University?
New Hampshire, USA
What city is Southern New Hampshire University in?
Manchester, New Hampshire
What division is Southern New Hampshire University?
Southern New Hampshire University is an NCAA Division II school.
How much is Southern New Hampshire University?
Undergraduate degrees cost $320 per credit hour at SNHU. Graduate degrees cost $627 per credit hour.
