Best Colleges in New Hampshire

18
Universities
8
Community Colleges
26
Total Institutions

Explore 26 colleges and universities in New Hampshire, ranked by the Repit College Score. Our ratings evaluate graduation rates, affordability, resources, and student experience.

#1
A

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH • 6,746 students
Private Non-Profit
96%
Grad Rate
#2
B

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

Durham, NH • 13,626 students
Public
76%
Grad Rate
$25k
Net Price
#3
C+

Saint Anselm College

Manchester, NH • 2,078 students
Private Non-Profit
83%
Grad Rate
#4
C+

Magdalen College

Warner, NH • 58 students
Private Non-Profit
53%
Grad Rate
#5
C+

Keene State College

Keene, NH • 2,846 students
Public
58%
Grad Rate
$20k
Net Price
#6
C+

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Merrimack, NH • 95 students
Private Non-Profit
62%
Grad Rate
#7
C+

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Manchester, NH • 748 students
Public
65%
Grad Rate
$13k
Net Price
18%
Off-Campus
#8
C

Plymouth State University

Plymouth, NH • 3,839 students
Public
47%
Grad Rate
$20k
Net Price
#9
C

Colby-Sawyer College

New London, NH • 950 students
Private Non-Profit
62%
Grad Rate
#10
C

Rivier University

Nashua, NH • 2,879 students
Private Non-Profit
59%
Grad Rate
#11
C

University of New Hampshire-Franklin Pierce School of Law

Concord, NH • 685 students
Public
#12
C

Southern New Hampshire University

Manchester, NH • 184,099 students
Private Non-Profit
45%
Grad Rate
#13
C

Upper Valley Educators Institute

Lebanon, NH • 39 students
Private Non-Profit
#14
C

Franklin Pierce University

Rindge, NH • 1,637 students
Private Non-Profit
46%
Grad Rate
#15
D

New England College

Henniker, NH • 2,856 students
Private Non-Profit
31%
Grad Rate
#16
D

Antioch University-New England

Keene, NH • 967 students
Private Non-Profit
#17
D

University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online

Manchester, NH • 1,326 students
Public
14%
Grad Rate
$12k
Net Price
70%
Off-Campus
#18
D

University System of New Hampshire System Office

Concord, NH
Public

Cities with Multiple Colleges

Manchester 5 colleges
Keene 2 colleges
Concord 3 colleges
Nashua 3 colleges

About College Rankings in New Hampshire

The Repit College Score ranks 26 colleges and universities in New Hampshire based on outcomes (graduation rates, retention), affordability (net cost, financial aid), resources (class sizes, faculty ratios), and student experience (campus life, housing options).

4-Year Universities (18): Bachelor's degree-granting institutions including public universities, private colleges, and research institutions.

2-Year Colleges (8): Community colleges and technical schools offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Colleges in New Hampshire

How many colleges are in New Hampshire?

There are 26 accredited colleges and universities in New Hampshire tracked by Repit, including 18 4-year institutions and 8 community colleges. Each school is rated using our proprietary scoring system that evaluates outcomes, affordability, and resources.

How does Repit rate colleges?

Repit rates colleges on a 100-point scale across five categories: Outcomes (graduation and retention rates), Affordability (net cost and financial aid), Resources (class sizes and selectivity), Experience (campus life and learning format), and Prestige (reputation and recognition). Each factor is weighted and combined into an overall score and letter grade.

Should I attend a public or private college in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has both public and private institutions. Public schools often offer lower tuition for state residents, while private schools may provide more financial aid. Compare net prices and outcomes using Repit's detailed college profiles to find the best value for your situation.

Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology