Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution established in 1932. Headquartered on a 300+ acre campus in Manchester, New Hampshire, the university serves learners across New England and worldwide. Its core mission is to expand access to high-quality, career-focused education.
SNHU offers more than 200 career-focused programs across its online platform and physical campus. The university launched its online education platform in 1995, which now serves over 180,000 learners globally. This scale positions SNHU as one of the largest providers of online higher education in the United States.
The institution operates in the Higher Education and Online Learning verticals, with a focus on online education technology. SNHU emphasizes a student-centered approach with dedicated faculty, working to make education accessible and affordable for a diverse student body.
