Southern New Hampshire University

SNHU is accredited by the institutional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.

As you decide which school is right for you, one of the most important things to consider is the university's accreditation. That's because accreditation is a measurement of an academic institution’s quality of education. Like a health inspector for a restaurant, a university's accreditation is a check by an independent organization to see if it meets certain standards of quality.

So, if you see that a college or university is accredited, that means they've:

In addition to meeting standards of quality, there are even more reasons why choosing an accredited school may be beneficial.

Federal Financial Aid Attending an accredited institution can help with your ability to secure and receive federal financial aid, like student loans, or other grants and scholarships.

Transferring Credits If you switch schools and want to transfer credits from one school to another, your university's accreditation can help make it easier to transfer to another accredited institution, reducing the likelihood of retaking classes and spending more time and money.

Credit transfers are ultimately up to the receiving institution, so check your university's transfer credit policy or work with an admission counselor to determine exactly which credits they will accept.

The Job Market If you're already in the workforce or planning to enter it after graduation, accreditation helps convey to potential employers that you've received a degree from an institution with verified academic standards for your field of study.