At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- Beginning fall 2027, federal, state and institutional grant aid covers standard tuition for eligible students at UNH Durham, UNH Manchester, UNH CPS Online, Keene State or Plymouth State. Fees, books, housing and meals remain separate.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
- Income / financial rules
- Total family income up to $100,000 with typical assets, plus demonstrated financial need based on FAFSA. Income alone does not establish eligibility or an automatic award.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
- Who to check first
- Qualify for New Hampshire in-state residency, admission to a participating USNH institution, full-time first-bachelor’s study and the stated need test.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
- Application timing
- Programme begins fall 2027 for eligible new first-year/CCSNH associate-transfer entrants. Apply for admission and FAFSA by the institution’s timetable; this source provides no single year-specific final application day.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
Check your eligibility
Some items describe alternative routes rather than requirements for everyone. Use the route that applies to you as a preparation checklist; the program makes the eligibility decision.
How to apply
- 1For the fall-2027 entry cohort, apply for admission to a participating institution and complete FAFSA. Admitted eligible students are automatically considered, with no separate Promise application.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
- 2Review the actual financial-aid offer, then maintain eligibility through annual FAFSA, academic-standing and full-time review. Confirm campus admission/aid deadlines; no universal dated closing day is published here.As of Oct 16, 2026 · University of New Hampshire ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
Beginning fall 2027, federal, state and institutional grant aid covers standard tuition for eligible students at UNH Durham, UNH Manchester, UNH CPS Online, Keene State or Plymouth State. Fees, books, housing and meals remain separate.
Is there an income limit?
Total family income up to $100,000 with typical assets, plus demonstrated financial need based on FAFSA. Income alone does not establish eligibility or an automatic award.
When should I apply?
Programme begins fall 2027 for eligible new first-year/CCSNH associate-transfer entrants. Apply for admission and FAFSA by the institution’s timetable; this source provides no single year-specific final application day.
Sources & verification
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