Plymouth State University

Overview
Plymouth State University was founded in 1871, though it was originally intended to be only a teacher-training school. Today, the University serves more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year, offering 48 undergraduate majors, 65 undergraduate minors, and six graduate degree options. 76% of applicants to the college are admitted each year, with just over half of the freshman population comprising New Hampshire natives.

Student Appeal
In-state tuition at Plymouth State University is less than $8,000 per year, making it an excellent educational value. Over 90% of professors hold PhDs or equivalent degrees in their field, and the ratio of faculty to students is approximately 17:1. Classes are small, and students are immersed in the small culture of their school. In addition to traditional programs like business and education, Plymouth State University offers some more innovative programs that explore meteorology and the environment, which appeal to students who are looking for a more adventurous academic experience.

School Facts & Figures

  • Accreditation: NEASC
  • Size: Small (<5,000 undergraduate students)
  • Type: Public
  • Religious Affiliation: N/A
  • Academic Affiliation: N/A
  • Career Services: Yes
  • Course Schedule: Semester
  • Credit Options: Transfer
  • Scholarships Offered: Yes
  • Loans Offered: Stafford, Pell, PLUS

Program Offered:
Bachelor's Degrees
  • Business Administration (B.S.)Business Administration (B.S.)
    *Requires an associate's degree or transfer credits. This online degree completion program allows students to complete a B.S. in business administration in 4 semesters. Core classes in the degree discuss marketing, finance, business law, information technology, and more.
  • Communication Studies (B.A.)Communication Studies (B.A.)
    Students in this program can specialize in either professional communication or film and media studies. Students have the opportunity to learn how to produce media in a variety of formats, including video games and film.
  • Criminal Justice (B.A.)Criminal Justice (B.A.)
    The interdisciplinary program in criminal justice looks at crime and the criminal justice system from a variety of angles. Required classes include Criminal Adjudication, Society, Ethics, & the Law, and Computing Technology in Criminal Justice.
  • Health Education (B.S.)Health Education (B.S.)
    Students learn about a number of aspects of health education in this program, including community outreach, consumer health, and substance abuse. Students have the option to specialize in either health promotion or school health (K-12).
  • Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A. or B.S.)Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A. or B.S.)
    The interdisciplinary program is set up to allow students to design their own degree around their personal interests. Students can choose from a series of minors, making it easier to connect disparate disciplines.
  • Nursing (B.S.)Nursing (B.S.)
    The nursing program at Plymouth includes a 4-year BS program and a bachelor's completion program for current nurses with an associate's degree. Both types of graduates gain the increased employment opportunities that come with possessing a BSN.
  • Tourism Management and Policy (B.A.)Tourism Management and Policy (B.A.)
    This degree discusses the history of the tourism industry and prepares students with the skills to track and interpret tourism trends. Required classes include Tourism Planning & Development and Consumer Behavior.
Certificates/Courses

Plymouth State University

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