Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002591
- Phone: (603) 641-4101
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
84.82%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,337Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Plymouth State University (Plymouth)
88 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
Plymouth is a public university that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Plymouth, NH, in a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Plymouth State University exceeds 5,800 annually.
Areas of study offered at Plymouth State University include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Communications And Journalism
- Security And Protective Services
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The most common exam scores among applicants admitted to Plymouth are in the range of 18 to 21 for the ACT exam, or 880 to 1060 for the SAT exam. 74% of students that apply are accepted to Plymouth, of which 26% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $13,000, while nonresidents pay $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,900 annually. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Plymouth State University "Panthers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.plymouth.edu or by simply completing the form on this page.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Plymouth accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Plymouth State University has a total student population of about 5,100, with undergraduate students making up about 83% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $21,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $12,000-$14,000
- Out-of-State: $21,000-$24,910
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $500-$590 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $870-$1,000 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $7,346 |
Receiving Student Loans | 79% | $9,135 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Plymouth State University may provide services like:- Online classes
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Plymouth is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Little East Conference)
- Basketball (Little East Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
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 Plymouth State University 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,...)
Architecture
- Urban Planning (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Environmental Biology (B)
- Biotechnology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (C, M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Special Education (M)
- Higher Education Administration (C, D)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Secondary Education
- Science Teacher
- ESL
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Healthcare Administration (C, M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Meteorology (B, M)
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Social Science (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Plymouth State University.
- Granite State College in Nashua, NH (40 miles away)
- University of Maine at Farmington in Augusta, ME (41 miles away)
- University of New Hampshire at Manchester in Keene, NH (54 miles away)
- University of New Hampshire in Hudson, NH (59 miles away)
- Keene State College in Durham, NH (65 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002591
- Phone: (603) 641-4101
- School Homepage