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UNH Manchester Admission Requirements

Manchester, New Hampshire

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Your chances of getting into University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

85.3%
Admission Difficulty for University of New Hampshire at Manchester
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UNH Manchester is 85.3%.  Its admission rate is the 6th lowest in New Hampshire.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UNH Manchester and can you get accepted?

University of New Hampshire at Manchester is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 307 out of the 360 who applied were admitted.

University of New Hampshire at Manchester typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UNH Manchester?

85% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of New Hampshire at Manchester you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.35 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1110 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

UNH Manchester GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.35

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of New Hampshire at Manchester?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UNH Manchester are to have around a 3.35 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.35 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UNH Manchester accepts 85% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UNH Manchester is 3.35 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in New Hampshire for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UNH Manchester is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of New Hampshire at Manchester students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 12.31% Good
3.75 to 3.99 12.31% Good
3.50 to 3.74 15.38% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.85% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 23.08% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 20.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.08% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UNH Manchester SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of New Hampshire at Manchester. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 43% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1040-1170

Applicants Submitting SAT 

43%
SAT Scores for University of New Hampshire at Manchester
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 530
Composite 25th Percentile 1040
SAT Scores for University of New Hampshire at Manchester
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1170
Average SAT Score 1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of New Hampshire at Manchester?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UNH Manchester is 1110 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1040-1170. Students who get into University of New Hampshire at Manchester score in the top 53 percent of all SAT test takers..  UNH Manchester ranks #5 in the state of New Hampshire for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1110 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UNH Manchester regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1040 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1040, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 970, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of New Hampshire at Manchester is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1110 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1105, you have around a 85% chance of being admitted. A 1170 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 92% chance of getting in.

University of New Hampshire at Manchester admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1170 and Above Good >92%
1105 to 1170 Avg + 85%-92%
1040 to 1105 Avg - 75%-85%
975 to 1040 Reach 61%-75%
Less than 975 Low <61%
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UNH Manchester ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for University of New Hampshire at Manchester
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for University of New Hampshire at Manchester
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

86% of University of New Hampshire at Manchester freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 45% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of New Hampshire at Manchester students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 11.9%
Top 25% of class 45.24%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of New Hampshire at Manchester admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 222 138 360
Accepted 195 112 307
Acceptance Rate 88% 81% 85%
Enrolled 26 28 54
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 25% 18%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Apr 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

131

Applicants have 131 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Apr 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of New Hampshire at Manchester is $65.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of New Hampshire at Manchester and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of New Hampshire at Manchester Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of New Hampshire at Manchester
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=183071 IPEDS survey data for University of New Hampshire at Manchester.

Last updated February 24, 2024