At Southern New Hampshire University, we believe higher education should be accessible and relevant, so we design our programs to meet the needs of today’s students and tomorrow’s workforce. With 200+ educational programs online and on campus, we offer flexible pathways for every stage of the learning journey. Whether you’re starting your first degree or advancing your career, you’ll find affordable options, real-world learning and a community that supports you every step of the way at SNHU.
Southern New Hampshire University (snhu.edu) has 148 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5.
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snhu.edu
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Education Services
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Hooksett, New Hampshire
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2026
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I earned my degree through Military education and tuition.
Great professors and instructors. The Academic Advisors were helpful. Coming from the military, I appreciated how they guided me through the process and decision-making. My focus was an MS in Marketing with an emphasis on Social Media.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 22, 2026
Hi, Brad! Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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Rubensly S.
My experience at Southern New Hampshire…
My experience at Southern New Hampshire University was great because it gave me the flexibility to pursue my degree while managing my work and personal responsibilities. My instructors and academic advisors were supportive, responsive, and encouraging throughout the program. The coursework helped me build useful knowledge and skills, and I appreciated having access to tutoring, technical support, and career resources. Overall, SNHU made earning my degree achievable and helped prepare me for my next professional goals.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 22, 2026
Hi, Rubensly! Thank you so much for your review! This makes us happy to hear!
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Kat
Admin will screw you over 🫶🏻
Classes are uninformative. You have to teach yourself essentially. I have never taken an online class anywhere as awful as they are at SNHU. Not to mention that your advisor will never respond to your emails for whatever reason. Sent an email months ago, reached out multiple times as a reminder, never received a response. Only automated emails saying that they’ll get back to you in 3-5 days. Didn’t happen. When admin finally chooses to reach out or respond to you, it’s too late and the deadline for whatever issue you were attempting to resolve has come and pass. They will screw you over every time.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 18, 2026
Hi, Kat. We’re sorry to hear about your experience with SNHU. Please email us at [email protected] with more details about your experience, including any emails you’ve sent, so we can share your concerns with the appropriate leadership team for review. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Rose
You performed a marvelous job
You performed a marvelous job, truly exceeding expectations. You are incredibly intelligent, and I hold a great deal of admiration for all of you.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 15, 2026
Thank you for your review, Rose!
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Kayla J.
★★★★★ **SNHU Gave Me the Confidence to…
★★★★★ **SNHU Gave Me the Confidence to Keep Going**
Choosing Southern New Hampshire University has been one of the best decisions I have made for myself and my future. I came into this journey with self-doubt and uncertainty, but from the beginning, the support I received helped me realize that I truly belonged in college.
My academic advisor has consistently communicated with me, answered my questions, and helped me stay focused on my goals. My professors have also been responsive, encouraging, and willing to provide guidance when I needed it. As a student who values accessibility and clear communication, that level of support has made a tremendous difference in my experience.
I have been able to achieve academic honors while continuing to grow personally and professionally. I also appreciate the additional resources SNHU provides, including LinkedIn Learning, where students can earn certificates and build skills outside of the classroom, and Scholarship Universe, which gives students access to additional scholarship opportunities.
The flexibility of online learning has allowed me to pursue my education while balancing real-life responsibilities, and I have found the overall cost to be reasonable compared with many other options I considered.
SNHU has given me more than an education—it has given me confidence, structure, opportunity, and proof that I am capable of accomplishing goals I once questioned whether I could reach.
If you are considering returning to school but are doubting yourself, I would encourage you to take the chance. Sometimes the hardest part is simply believing that you can start. SNHU helped me turn that first step into real progress, and I am proud of how far I have come.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 9, 2026
Hi Kayla! Thank you so much for sharing with us! We are so happy that you had a great experience as a student🫶
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Wyatt
Adaptability of your Learning Experience to earn a degree on your time.
Tailoring an online college experience to suite whatever stage of life you find yourself in with a connected staff always willing to work with you is what made SNHU such an important experience in my life. Without the flexibility of their online learning schedule and the availability of the professors and advisors, I would not have been able to afford the time for my degree.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 6, 2026
Hi Wyatt - Thank you for your review! We're so glad we were able to be part of your journey to get your degree!
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April M.
I absoulutely enjoyed attending SNHU
I absoulutely enjoyed attending SNHU. I completed my Bachelors and Masters degree here and wish they had the PhD program I am now pursuing. My professors were amazing and very helpful when needed. My student advisor Kim was also the best. SNHU will be missed!
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 5, 2026
Hi, April! Thank you so much for your review!
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Kaylenne B.
An Education That Fit My Life Without Putting It on Hold
My experience with Southern New Hampshire University has been incredibly rewarding. As an adult learner balancing a career, entrepreneurship, family, travel, and everyday life, I needed a program that offered flexibility without sacrificing the quality of my education. SNHU gave me exactly that.
What I appreciated most was the ability to structure my coursework around my life while still having clear expectations, deadlines, and support to keep me moving forward. My professors brought different perspectives to the classroom, and I was often able to connect what I was learning directly to situations I had encountered professionally or while building my own business. That made earning my MBA feel practical, not just academic. There were challenging weeks and plenty of late nights, but I never felt that I had to put the rest of my life on hold to finish my degree. SNHU created an environment where completing my MBA felt achievable, even while managing everything else that mattered to me.
Graduating from SNHU is an accomplishment I am genuinely proud of. I walked away with more than another credential. I gained knowledge, perspective, and greater confidence in what I can build and accomplish next. For anyone considering returning to school but wondering whether there is room for a degree in an already full life, my experience is proof that it can be done.
Response from Southern New Hampshire UniversityAug 1, 2026
Hi Kaylenne, thank you so much for letting us know that your program and our online structure fit your needs as an adult learner. We are so proud of you and HUGE congratulations!