
Saint Anselm College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Manchester, New Hampshire, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Saint Anselm College is nearly 1,900 annually.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- History
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. This school accepts roughly 70% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, around 19% of students enrolled.
Tuition is approximately $36,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $7,900 annually. Students enrolled at Saint Anselm College may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The Saint Anselm College Hawks participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.anselm.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Saint Anselm College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Saint Anselm College is about 1,900. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 27% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $37,000-$44,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,100-$1,400 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $20,067 |
Receiving Student Loans | 78% | $9,690 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Saint Anselm College may provide services including:- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
With a high graduation rate of around 74%, Saint Anselm College is among the most successful schools in the area.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 71% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 3% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 0.4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2000)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2000)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Saint Anselm College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northeast 10 Conference)
- Basketball (Northeast 10 Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Northeast 10 Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Saint Anselm College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Conservation Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (B)
- Accounting (B)
- Finance (B)
- Business Economics (B)
- International Business (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Engineering
- Engineering Physics (B)
- Pre-Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- German Studies (B)
- United States Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B)
- French Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (B)
- Ancient Mediterranean, Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Humanistic Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- International Relations (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Saint Anselm College.
- University of New Hampshire at Manchester in Manchester, NH (1 miles away)
- Framingham State College in Framingham, MA (49 miles away)
- Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA (75 miles away)
- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams, MA (85 miles away)
- Westfield State University in Westfield, MA (90 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Saint Anselm College for official up-to-date information.