Southern New Hampshire University Reviews

Isaiah

from Schertz, TX

Current student

In which ways do you feel you are learning and growing?

Since starting at SNHU, I've learned how to push myself outside of my comfort zone. This growth has also given me the opportunity to learn how to communicate with people online, effectively manage a to-do list and calendar, and set goals that will lead to personal development.

What tips can you share with prospective students?

I recommend that prospective SNHU students utilize the academic advising resources offered. Advisors can assist with career paths, degree requirements, and choosing courses. It's also beneficial to engage actively with instructors and support staff.

In what ways do you feel this college challenges students academically?

The significant proportion of SNHU students who are working professionals or have other commitments, such as family, education, military, or civilian jobs, is advantageous. SNHU's flexible course scheduling, supportive environment, and helpful faculty allow students to effectively manage their time. Additionally, as a global institution, SNHU's extensive reach benefits students around the world by broadening their perspectives through interactions with diverse classmates and staff members.

Katty from Reno, NV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Easy to apply and admissions counselors are with you every step of the way. The online class formats are self-explanatory, and you quickly learn the ins and outs. You academic adviser is constantly available and takes the initiative in knowing how you are doing and if they can help you in any way.
Tips for prospective students	If SNHU has your program of interest available and you want a quality online education, apply for SNHU. You won't be disappointed.
Academic Rigor	Professors do not give out grades for free. You have to work for your grade.
What to do for fun	Read a LOT of fiction. Watch cheesy TV shows. Go to the movies once in a while, casinos, and restaurants.

Giovanni from Fort Lauderdale, FL

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	The online classes are by no means easy. There are many weekly assignments in each class, but it is manageable if you budget your time. Overall, it is a great school - I've learned a lot there.
Academic Rigor	The courses are difficult but you'll learn a lot.
Food and Dining	I get to eat even when I'm doing assignments for class - it's all online.
Bang for the buck	I've been to 3 online schools and this is by far the most professional, helpful, and least expensive.
Great for these types of students	Busy adults who actually want to learn and want a degree that means something to employers.

Ashley from Lexington Park, MD

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	southern new hampshire univeristy online programs are easy to follow. the classes are set up well and the teachers are excellent. the staff in the book store and one stop are very helpful as well.
Tips for prospective students	study, study, study. keep up with your discussions and readings. make sure you participate on the first day of the class.
Academic Rigor	great college to attend online.
Dorm Life	i am not a live in student. i do classes online.
Food and Dining	i do not attend classes on campus, only online
What to do for fun	not too sure. i live in southern maryland. i take classes online.
Bang for the buck	classes online are easy and short. very worth it.

Mallory from Gorham, NH

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	I give Southern New Hampshire University an excellent rating, five stars out of five stars. I feel at home here and have little financial, academic, or social worries. Southern New Hampshire University does an outstanding job at building communities and guiding go-getters to achieve their goals.
Tips for prospective students	One of my tips is to visit your professors during their office hours and to utilize all facilities and resources once you are a college student. It is important to apply for scholarships ahead of time too. Another thing to look into is if you have work study on your award letter and to apply for positions early online.
Academic Rigor	Academics are so important here that there is walk-in hours for tutoring, library reference help, and free one-on-one tutoring if you need it. The honors program is great for students who like a challenge!
Dorm Life	The cleanliness is outstanding. The Wellness housing has been a blessing by bringing me a safe, drug and alcohol free, and quiet living space where I feel comfortable.
Food and Dining	The food here is amazing and there is a great variety! There is options for everyone, even if you have allergies, like a gluten-free allergy. The food is fresh and hot as it is made as you order it.
What to do for fun	Personally I play bingo, attend campus events, do community service work, go to free movies, spend time with a few clubs, play soccer just for fun, hang out at the pub (fooseball, pool, a piano, and free food!), watch sports games, and do zumba!
Bang for the buck	SNHU is worth the cost. I highly value my education here.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus	It is a little unusual that we have an art gallery on campus but it is really cool! We had a ceremony as incoming freshmen which involved bagpipes, but it was interesting.
Great for these types of students	SNHU is great for go-getters-people who have goals and want help achieving them. It is great for students who like small, close knit communities and for those who like to feel important and known on a more individual level.
Clubs and Activities	If you like sports, there is clubs for that. If you want to meet people in your major, there are clubs for a lot of majors. If have a passion to help others and volunteer, there is a place for you too; you know it is good when you can start your own club to pursue an interest or goal you have.
Campus Safety	When I lost my keys, Public Safety was here for me. They can walk you home if is late at night and you are afraid. There are also emergency phones and buttons in a few common places on campus in case of emergencies.

Taylor from Champaign, IL

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Southern New Hampshire is amazing. Their counselors, financial office and teachers are all so helpful and fast in responding to students. I would highly recommend SNHU.
Tips for prospective students	I would recommend you talk with a counselor (even before you apply). The counselors are really helpful in guiding you or giving you the information you are seeking. If they do not know an answer to a question, they will find the answer and let you know.
Academic Rigor	They set deadlines at SNHU for when assignments need to be completed by. They are reasonable goals. You need to work hard for the classes you take, though.
Bang for the buck	They are reasonably priced for a college. All of my credits transferred from my community college classes. I was happy that they work so well with transferring credits from other schools

felicia from smithfield, pa

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	snhu has helped change my life for the better. the courses are great and easy to understand. the teachers and advisors are all there to help.
Tips for prospective students	if your looking for a good university that has mass resources, then snhu is the university for you. there is the library, tutors and the writing center. the advisors are also there to help when needed.
Academic Rigor	snhu offers so many majors.
Dorm Life	the dorms are clean and comfortable. there is plenty of room to be comfortable. there is a large common area. the laundry facilities and vending machines are located on the main floor. the dorms offer quiet hours and require student id's to get into the locked doors.
Food and Dining	the campus does have a main dining hall that offers a wide variety of foods. there is also a student cafe.
What to do for fun	the campus is located right off the highway and is close to restaurants and stores. the campus also offers activities like bingo, themed parties, sports.
Great for these types of students	this college is a great place for everyone.
Clubs and Activities	the national society of leadership and success helps with resumes, scholarships and much more.
Greek Life	there is a lot of different greek societies to chose from.
Campus Safety	the dorms have student id access locks only. there is a security office that has ease of access. the campus has good lighting at night.

Molly from Riverside, RI

a current student here

Categories	Comments
Tips for prospective students	Take a tour of the campus. Ask alot of questions, the student quides have hands on knowledge and can answer an assortment of topics. Take notes and if you can take pictures of the campus, this will help you when making your decision on which college to choose.
Academic Rigor	The school offers many majors and minors. Studying is a must.
Dorm Life	Some dorms are older then others. Back when I toured I thought some could use some updating, but they are clean and comfortable. I have a double room with ensuite bath. It comes with two beds, two desks, and two wardrobes. Plenty of room to be comfortable. My dorm has a large common area. The laundry facilities and vending machines are located on the main floor. The dorms offer quiet hours and require student id's to get into the locked doors.
Food and Dining	The campus has a main dining hall that offers a wide variety of foods. They also have a student cafe. There are many places to choose from too, if a student wants to go off campus.
What to do for fun	The campus is located right off the highway. There are plenty of restaurants to eat at. You can go shopping, go to the movies or whatever else you might think of all within ten miles. The campus also offers activities like bingo, themed parties, sports or just space to hang with your friends.
Great for these types of students	It's a great place for everyone.
Clubs and Activities	They have too many clubs to name and offer a variety of activities. They also offer the students the opportunity to do community service.
Campus Safety	The dorms all have locks that are student id access only. There is a security office that has ease of access. The campus is well lit at night. All of the staff is very friendly. It's a very nice community to live in.

Kaitlyn from Hillsborough, NH

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Online classes are SO easy to balance with my work schedule, classes are when I want, where I want! Online Instructors have such varied experiences, each one brings new information to the table- you learn about classes and work experience, life in your career path, and other school and work options-Bonus! The six terms per year make it easy to stay focused on just two classes per term, and your degree can be done sooner than you expect!!
Tips for prospective students	If you do online classes- stay focused and driven. online classes require that you be organized and committed, but there is also less of an over your shoulder feel. Much more flexibility allowed. Rolling deadlines make it easy to get in at any time of year- don't wait because you think you have to wait until the next term. SNHU's term structure feels odd at first, but once you get used to it, you may prefer it! I wish my whole degree had been set up like this- it's so much easier to focus on just two classes at once- and you're still considered full time!!
Academic Rigor	Some of the classes can be tough, while others are easier, just like with any college course. I have found that when the instructors know the class they are teaching is difficult, they understand that and are willing to offer as much guidance and help as they can to help you succeed. The teachers truly do want to help you graduate and be successful in life! Just communicate with them, and they will be there for you!
Dorm Life	I don't live in a dorm, I live off campus and take online classes. But if you're considering an online degree from SNHU, I strongly recommend it!
Food and Dining	I have never eaten at SNHU since I am an online student and live at home.
What to do for fun	NH has tons of stuff to do any time of the year. I grew up here in NH and whether it's the mountains in the north for skiing/snowboarding, or summer mountain activities (check out the ski area summer parks-mind blowing!), the lakes for ice fishing or boating and swimming, the many shopping malls, plazas and stores, or just the breathtaking scenery, NH has something for everyone. Just ask any local for what you're looking for- you're sure to find something fun and interesting to do!
Bang for the buck	Absolutely worth every penny. It's about 50% more than what my community college was per credit, but I prefer it at SNHU. The online classes let me live my life and not have to re-arrange everything around my college schedule 2-3 times per year. Being able to control my learning environment has even allowed me to increase my GPA- I'm doing better online than I was in a classroom!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus	I haven'ts spent enough time on campus to accurately explain any unusual traditions or locations.
Great for these types of students	SNHU has classes for undergraduate, Graduate, day student, night students and online students. No matter how/ when you prefer to learn, they have something for you. Hundreds of degree programs and transfer agreements with many community colleges in the state make it easy to attend SNHU.
Clubs and Activities	So many clubs and activities, there is something for literally everyone!
Greek Life	Without even asking, I was nominated to join an honor society that can help students be successful long after college. Sigma Alpha Pi is a gateway to success!
Campus Safety	Always working to make campus safer, I frequently see emails about campus safety and they are always open to input and suggestions! Even though I don't often go to campus, I know I would feel safe there!

Joshua from Emporia, KS

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is convenient and flexible for the non-traditional student. I believe SNHU provides students who need a flexible schedule because of work and family obligations the chance to continue their education in a supportive environment. Overall, I would rate SNHU favorably compared to other similar universities because of the support I have received from advisers, the quality of the education I have received and the resources available to students.
Tips for prospective students	I would tell prospective students first access how they themselves learn. If they are able to learn in a self motivated online setting then online classes may be a great option. If a prospective student does better in a classroom setting then that is the option they need to choose. I would tell that person to first look at their goals, second know how they learn best and third make a map of how they will achieve those goals and what setting will allow them to be successful.
Academic Rigor	Each class of course is a bit different but I have found that to maintain high grades most classes take a fair deal of research.
Dorm Life	I have done my classes online so this would not be applicable to me.
Food and Dining	Manchester is located near Boston and of course all the great places to visit in Manchester. A huge variety of options are available.
What to do for fun	I enjoy exploring the area for fun. Hiking and camping are always a great option during the summer and skiing is a great way to spend the day during the winter months. One of my favorite things to do since I am not from the New England area is to take day trips and explore historical sites in the area as well as small communities that may be overlooked by most travelers.
Bang for the buck	Southern New Hampshire University is a bit on the expensive side. I have found that the quality of education as well as the experiences through SNHU have made it worth the higher price and given me a great foundation for my career.
Great for these types of students	I have found that SNHU is full of international students. This allows students from all over the world to get a taste of many different cultures.
Campus Safety	SNHU has always been a very safe campus. Crime on campus and in the area of campus is very low.

Leaha from Texas

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Challenging First Rate Education Wonderful Professors
Tips for prospective students	SNHU is a very challenging and diverse educational institution. The classes are by no means easy, they challenge you to reach above your potential and do better than, your best. The Professors, The Advisers, The Admissions Counselors are simply AMAZING! They hear your passion and help you reach the educational needs to aspire and achieve that passion!
Academic Rigor	This is my first term, and so far, I am LOVING every step. SNHU has caused me to dive deeper into my own potiental and give much more than I had thought I could. The Professors are amazing to work with, the Advisers are always by your side every step of the way. And for a National Accredited Private Collage, this is a Top Rate Education.....
Dorm Life	Cant rate the Dorm life, as ALL of my classes are done online
Food and Dining	Cant rate the food and dining programs as I am on online student
Bang for the buck	SNHU is defiantly a school where you get more Bang for The Buck. With SNHU being a Non Profit, Private Collage, the classes are smaller, the education with your professors is more closely with a one on one, where they are available daily to email, video conference, School Chat Conference with you on any of your needs. Tuition, is HALF that of traditional Universities, public universities rang from 40,000 to 70,000 a year, with SNHU, the cost of one year is about 28,000, with financial aid, and grants, and scholarships, that puts most people at around 5,000 to 10,000 in actual tuition! And the education you receive is beyond top ranked. From Admissions, to Graduation, SOMEONE is always by your side to answer your questions and help you every step!!
Great for these types of students	If you are more involved with your education, you enjoy smaller class sizes, want a top education for half the cost of public schools. This college is for you. But you have to be determined to work hard. The classes here are not easy, they are super challenging to you as an individual and require you come outside your normal shell and reach higher. Military Students, Non Traditional Adult Students,