Study at the
University of New Hampshire
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e University of New Hampshire is a public university providing comprehensive, high quality programs of distinction in the New England area. The university is distinguished by its commitment to high quality undergraduate programs, a location in a beautiful and culturally rich part of the seacoast of New England, a strong sense of learning culture: students collaborating with faculty in teaching, research, creative expression, and a commitment to international outreach.
The University of New Hampshire is ranked among the top 500 world universities in the widely recognized Academic Rankings of World Universities (ARWU), compiled by Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 2013. Also, the 2014 U.S. News & World Report ranks UNH as the Tier 1 National University and the 44th Top public School in the United States. UNH is one of 13 U.S. universities that hold a combination of Land, Sea and Space Grants, and its professors and students participate in research reaching from deep sea to deep space. The university’s commitment to applied knowledge provides valuable learning experiences for students and faculty, and opportunities to help tackle the challenges of the 21st century.
Why choose the University of New Hampshire?
- Tire 1 National University ranked #97 by U.S. News & World Report 2014.
- Ranked #44 Top Public School by U.S. News & World Report 2014
- Best Northeastern College-Princeton Review 2014-08-20 One of 13 universities in the USA to hold land, sea and space grants
- Dining services won the Culinary Institute of America’s 2012 Goldies Award for Health and Wellness
- 18 NCAA Division 1 athletic sports teams
- Consistently ranked among the top 3 safest states in the U.S. by the Institute for Economics and Peace.
Commitment to Research
As a world-class research institution, UNH takes prides in providing undergraduate students with opportunities to conduct their own independent research. UNH is renowned for entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to innovative problem solving, and high impact results. At UNH, ‘research’ encompasses exploration in all academic endeavours, from science and math to the humanities and arts.
Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is a community value at the University of New Hampshire. The university is committed to support and sustain an inclusive and culturally diverse learning environment. With over 14 000 students, 700 international students from 82 different countries and hundreds of faculty and staff, UNH truly is a place where all students can learn to work with a diverse striving academic community and discover their life story. UNH is a powerful institution where you will encounter engaged faculty and staff who will prepare you incredibly well for taking advantage of life’s opportunities.
Programs, Sports and Activities
UNH boasts around 2000 classes in over 100 majors, delivered by internationally recognized faculty dedicated to undergraduate teaching and offers a wide range of internships, study abroad programs, and national exchange opportunities. Beginning on your first day of classes, you will explore the connections between knowledge and action and between theory and practice. As for sports, UNH currently has 18 Division 1 intercollegiate athletic teams representing the university in sports such as ice hockey, American football, soccer and basketball. The UNH campus is home to state-of-the-art facilities and abundant extracurricular activities available to students, including over 250 student clubs, sports and organizations.
Academic facilities
At UNH you will be able to take advantage of a range of facilities, including:
- Study lounges
- Libraries
- The Mathematic Center
- The University Advising and Career Center (UACC)
- The Center for Academi9c Resource (CFAR)
These resources are provided free of charge and are available to help you not only with your studies, but also to apply for jobs and internships.