Best Colleges in New Hampshire

New Hampshire’s motto, “Live Free or Die,” is an homage to the Revolutionary War and the state’s status as one of the original 13 colonies. The Granite State has largely warm, humid summers, contrasted by long, cold, and snowy winters, though the southeastern section experiences milder weather because of the Atlantic Ocean. Colleges in New Hampshire are scattered throughout the state, with Dartmouth College as the oldest and most selective. There are six colleges in the University System of New Hampshire, as well as 12 private institutions, which include four Catholic-affiliated 4-year colleges and universities. The primary industry supporting New Hampshire’s economy is Smart Manufacturing/High Technology (SMHT). When it comes to state attractions, Moose Alley, Castle in the Clouds, and the Currier Museum (including the Zimmerman House) rank highly.

How Were the Top Schools in New Hampshire Chosen?

Appily determines “Best Colleges” based on publicly-available information from the US Department of Education. Several factors include, but are not limited to, data about admitted students’ academic calibers, students’ expected career outcomes after graduation, and colleges’ investments toward making their institution accessible to all students.

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With a main campus along the banks of the Androscoggin River, White Mountains Community College is a 2-year institution in New Hampshire’s north country. WMCC offers 22 associate degree fields of study and 27 certificate-granting programs. To provide...

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I have had a 4.0 in all of my classes and I could not have done it without the knowledge and understanding of the incredible instructors in this institution.

” – Cheryl from Clarksville, NH
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Great Bay Community College is a 2-year institution with two campuses in eastern New Hampshire. GBCC confers associate degrees in 29 fields of study and is also home to 27 certificate-granting programs and the college’s Hospitality Management program...

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A great place to start your future. Perfect for exploring your future. The start of something great.

” – Jedidiah from Barnstead, NH
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Established in 1967, Lakes Region Community College is a public, 2-year institution located in Laconia, New Hampshire. With over 60 associate’s degree and certificate programs offered, LRCC provides students with programs that are designed...

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This is my first time in college I have been to, and it has been a pleasant and easy experience so far. I appreciate all the help I get on the things that I don't understand from the teachers. I am looking forward to graduate from this school.

” – Alfred from Gilford, NH
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River Valley Community College is a 2-year college with a main campus and two extension sites in western New Hampshire. RVCC is home to five academic departments hosting 31 degree and certificate-granting programs. During every spring semester...

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River Valley is well equipped, wel staffed and dedicated to its students. My experience so far has been thorough and seamless, since application I feel graduation is on the horizon.

” – Brian from Charlestown, NH
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The Upper Valley Educators Institute is a teacher-training institution in western New Hampshire with a foundation in the philosophy of “learning by doing.” UVEI offers two experiential-based Teacher Internship and Principal Internship programs...