Financial Aid Talk

Emily Kulp

What scholarships does UNH offer? Are scholarships hard to get? When it comes to college, you want to make sure you are getting the best value. That’s why it’s important to apply to schools that offer a diverse array of scholarships and make it simple to apply. Welcome back to our Financial Aid Talk series. Today, we’re answering frequently asked questions about scholarships at UNH.

UNH students hanging out in residence hall room

UNH students hanging out in residence hall room

What is a scholarship?

A scholarship is a type of financial aid that you don’t need to pay back. You will be given a certain amount of money to cover tuition and fees to college. You will either apply separately for a scholarship or be considered based on your application to college. Some scholarships have specific criteria which must be met for consideration.


How do I apply for UNH scholarships?

Just by applying to UNH, you’re automatically eligible for merit scholarships. These scholarships are based on your GPA and academic performance in high school.  Learn more here about scholarships. 


UNH Hamel Scholars retreat in Portsmouth 

UNH Hamel Scholars retreat in Portsmouth

What other UNH scholarships are available?

UNH offers many different scholarships that could make a UNH education more affordable for you. Check out all scholarship details and requirements here.

Here are just a few of our life-changing scholarships:

CEPS Industry Scholarship

The College of Engineering and Physical Science (CEPS) offers the CEPS Industry Scholarship to first-year applicants to the college. You must apply Early Action (by November 15) to be considered! This scholarship covers a significant portion of a student’s tuition, fees and room & board for four years of undergraduate education at UNH.

Hamel Scholarship

If you’re a first-year UNH applicant from New Hampshire, you could qualify for the Hamel Scholarship. This scholarship provides substantial financial support in the form of a yearly scholarship plus special opportunities for academic and co-curricular engagement. To be considered for this scholarship, it is recommended that you apply Early Action (by November 15).


University Day (UDay) at UNH

University Day (UDay) at UNH

Are transfer students eligible for scholarships?

Accepted transfer students from both associate degree programs and from four-year colleges are eligible for UNH scholarships. Applications must be submitted by the semester deadlines to be eligible for these scholarships, which are not available to students who have already received a bachelor's degree. Learn more about transfer scholarship opportunities.


Are there scholarships available for specific colleges at UNH?

There are scholarships available within each college. Learn more about scholarships for each college:

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Types of Financial Aid

There are several types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. Your award package will include different forms of aid, each affecting your financial responsibility in both the short and long term. Let's start by breaking it down by types of aid you need to pay back and types you don't need to pay back.

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