UNH College of Professional Studies

UNH College of Professional Studies offers City Year AmeriCorps members, alums and staff a great opportunity to learn and advance.

20% Tuition Discount off the in-state rate (regardless of state of residency)

A scholarship equal to 20% of in-state tuition (per credit) will be awarded to all admitted City Year applicants for all online bachelor’s and master’s degrees, post-baccalaureate teaching certificates, and graduate certificates in the UNH College of Professional Studies. The scholarship will be applied for the duration of the program for up to seven years from initial enrollment.

Eligible programs

Associate Degrees

Our associate degrees provide you with a strong educational foundation. You will build a solid academic base for continuing your education toward a bachelor’s degree.

Bachelor’s Degree

With a variety of majors that are relevant to today’s workforce, finishing your bachelor’s degree will expand your professional opportunities. For aspiring educators, our bachelor’s degrees with teacher certification options prepare you to launch your career as a teacher. For transfer students with an earned associate degree, we offer bachelor’s completion programs. Regardless of major, when you take advantage of transfer credit and prior learning, you may find that your degree is closer than you think.

Master’s Degree

Our master’s degrees offer a relevant and engaging curriculum taught by well-respected faculty members who are active in their disciplines. We also offer shorter-term graduate certificates in high-demand fields.

Teacher Certification

We offer New Hampshire teaching certification for teachers at every level! Choose from undergraduate degrees that include teacher certification options, or explore our post-baccalaureate programs for initial and additional certifications, as well as advanced endorsements. Programs leading to teacher certification or licensure are available to new students in New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

View All Undergraduate Certification Options
View All Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification

What’s Your Area of Interest?

• Business & Finance
• Communications & Digital Media
• Education
• Human Services & Public Safety
• Health Care & Nursing
• Liberal Arts
• Operations & Project Management
• Technology

Not sure which program is right for you?

Inquire to learn more about all our degree and certificate program options. Our advising team will gladly help you select a program that aligns well with your goals.

Additional benefits

• There is no fee to apply for admission.
• Online Flexibility:Your coursework will occur online and you’re in good hands: We have been consistently recognized for our long-term investment in designing and scaling student services, technologies, curricula, and instructor training to support online student success.
• Personalized Advising
  Our advisors understand the unique challenges of balancing schoolwork with the demands of work and other responsibilities. They are here to help you achieve success in the pursuit of your goals.
• We Respect Prior Learning & Transfer Credits More than 89% of our students are transfers and we’re experts at maximizing your previously earned college credits. We also get to know more about your professional and military background to identify opportunities to award credit for what you’ve learned outside of the classroom. This helps you finish your degree quickly and affordably.
   

Why City Year loves UNH’s College of Professional Studies

UNH’s College of Professional Studies is a Top-Ranked Online Degree program built for Working Adult Students, offering over 100 Fully Online Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs and Graduate Certificates.

Our dedicated faculty are ready to help you achieve your academic and personal goals. We understand that you may have a family to care for, community obligations, or a fully packed work schedule. We want to partner with you to balance these important roles and help you be successful as you earn your college degree.

To identify your City Year affiliation and apply for the scholarship

When you complete the inquiry form or apply, we’ll look for your affiliation. Please select “City Year” in answer to the question, “Are you affiliated with one of the following associations, organizations, companies, etc.?” We’ll take it from there!

To contact the admissions office

Please email: admissions.cps@unh.edu or call 1 (855) 472-4255 with any questions.

Inquire and get connected today: cps-info.unh.edu/partnership or call toll-free: 855-472-4255

Please note that all admissions and scholarship decisions are made by the educational institution. AmeriCorps members, alums and staff interested in these scholarships must complete the full application process for the institution. Please pay close attention to deadlines and consider beginning work on your applications early in the year.