PSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 87.54%. Not very selective
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $14,626
- Out-of-State Tuition: $25,566
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at PSU:
- Total Enrollment: 3,707, including 252 online students
- 3,182 Undergraduate, 525 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.3% men, 51.7% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 52%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 68%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 155 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 1 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 43 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
PSU Overview
Plymouth State University (PSU) is a four-year, public school located in Plymouth, NH. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The PSU's tuition & fees is $14,626 for New Hampshire residents and $25,566 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 94% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,614.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,707 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
PSU's acceptance rate is 87.54% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 13.72%.
PSU ranked 8th in New Hampshire Colleges rankings. Plymouth State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Plymouth State University is $14,626 for in-state students and $25,566 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $18,903 for in-state students and $25,665 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,694 for New Hampshire residents and $25,634 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,473 for New Hampshire residents and $26,400 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,626 | $25,566 |
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| Graduate | $18,903 | $25,665 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,694 | $25,634 |
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| Graduate | $19,473 | $26,400 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Plymouth State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at PSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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