Henniker, NH · Manchester, NH · Source: IPEDS federal database
| New England College | Southern New Hampshire University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 95.7% | 96.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $41,578 | $16,450 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $41,578 | $16,450 |
| Average Net Price | $15,651 | $13,100 |
| Graduation Rate | 31.0% | 45.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. New England College accepts 95.7% of applicants; Southern New Hampshire University accepts 96.1%. New England College's tuition is $41,578. Southern New Hampshire University's is $16,450. That's a $25,128 difference per year. New England College graduates 31% of students in 6 years. Southern New Hampshire University graduates 45%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
New England College. It accepts 95.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Southern New Hampshire University has lower published tuition: $16,450 versus $41,578. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Southern New Hampshire University: 45% of students finish in 6 years. New England College is at 31%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.