Business/Commerce at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

UNH's business program launches graduates into nearly $57,400 earnings within a year—about $10,000 above the national median for business degrees and enough to place this program in the 95th percentile nationally. That's an impressive outcome for a school with an 87% admission rate, suggesting strong employer connections in New England's business corridor. The debt load of $25,500 translates to a manageable 0.44 ratio, meaning graduates earn roughly twice what they borrowed in their first year alone.

The New Hampshire context offers an interesting wrinkle: while UNH performs exceptionally against national business programs, it sits at the median for New Hampshire itself. That's less a knock on UNH than a reflection of how consistently New Hampshire business programs prepare graduates for the region's job market. With only four programs statewide, outcomes cluster tightly—Saint Anselm edges ahead slightly at $60,000, while Plymouth State lags significantly behind at under $42,000.

For families weighing cost against outcomes, this program delivers clear value. A $25,500 debt burden paired with strong first-year earnings creates a reasonable payoff timeline, particularly for students planning to work in the Northeast where these graduates appear to command competitive salaries. The combination of accessible admissions and top-tier national outcomes makes this a smart choice for students seeking practical business training without elite-school selectivity.