Affordable Tuition

A High-Quality Education That’s Truly Affordable

At the University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies, we believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to education. That’s why we offer fully online programs that are not only high quality and built for working adults, but also among the most affordable in the nation. Whether you’re finishing your degree, earning a certificate, or pursuing graduate study, you’ll benefit from competitive tuition, career-relevant programs, and a supportive learning community—no matter where you live.

Among the Lowest Tuition Rates in the Nation

UNH CPS is one of the most affordable online colleges in New England, and our tuition rates are among the best nationwide.

Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 Tuition Costs

Visit our Tuition & Fees page for full details.

$330 a credit for bachelor’s degrees
$640 a credit for graduate degrees*
No application fee or admission deposit
We offer a single price, no matter your state residency.

*The graduate rate for M.S. National Security Intelligence Analysis is $800.

See how we compare to some of our nonprofit competitors, with our undergraduate rate below:¹

Online Bachelor's Tuition Comparison
University	Cost Per Credit (out-of-state/national)
University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies - Online	$330
Southern New Hampshire University	$342
University of Maine	$362
Purdue Global	$371
UMass Global	$385
University of Rhode Island	$1,396
NYU School of Professional Studies	$1,547
University of Connecticut	$1,625
University of Delaware	$1,633
University of Vermont	$1,860

Sources:

¹Online tuition for the Fall 2025 semester cited from the following university web pages:

Purdue Global (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UMaine (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UMGC (Viewed June 6, 2025)
SNHU (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UMass Global (Viewed June 6, 2025)
URI (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UD (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UVM (Viewed June 6, 2025)
UConn (Viewed June 6, 2025)

Added Value

Flexible for Working Adults

The flexibility of our online courses means students can make progress toward their degree while working full-time.

Ways You Can Save on Your Degree

Your prior and current learning has value. In fact, 85% of our students demonstrate college-level knowledge before taking their first course with us. We help you turn that learning into academic credit through:

Student Loan Support and Financial Assistance

Borrowing responsibly is key to long-term success. Our Financial Aid Team offers one-on-one guidance to help you make informed decisions, including choosing loan options with protections like income-based repayment.

We also partner with GradReady® to give you free access to online tools that help you plan, budget, borrow wisely, and manage repayment with confidence.

Tuition Waivers & Discounts

We offer tuition waivers and discount programs that reduce or eliminate costs for eligible individuals and groups. Our team can help you determine what options may be available to you.