by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UNH degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UNH measures up.
UNH is ranked #2,108 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New Hampshire, it ranks #12 of 20 for value.
These UNH majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Horse Husbandry/Equine Science & Management | #7 of 8 |
| General Genetics | #12 of 13 |
| Agroecology & Sustainable Agriculture | #14 of 17 |
| Genetics | #14 of 17 |
| Biology | #14 of 17 |
| Other Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #14 of 21 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences (Other) | #14 of 21 |
| Other Communication Disorders Sciences & Services | #15 of 15 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #15 of 15 |
| Homeland Security | #16 of 22 |
Below is the detailed UNH value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is ranked #2 out of #23 in New Hampshire for quality and #12 out of #20 for New Hampshire value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UNH financial aid page to be sure.
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is ranked #2,108 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UNH costs about $25,326. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $101,302 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $35,502 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,805 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,326 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $101,302 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UNH net price and the factors that affect it.
What UNH costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UNH degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $142,008 | — | — |
| All Students | $101,302 | #2,108 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,220 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $142,008 | — | — |
| All Students | $101,302 | #12 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,220 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UNH shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,393 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,981 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,283 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,182 |
| Over $110K | $27,767 |
About 87% of UNH undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $13,856 per year. Get more details on the UNH financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UNH cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.