College in New Hampshire

At the New Hampshire GEAR UP Alliance, we know that our state is a great place to go to college. Our diverse institutions, range of programs, and location make New Hampshire one of the country’s most exciting college destinations.

If you’re a GEAR UP student, staying in state for college is especially attractive. Our scholarships help students get a great education right here in New Hampshire.

For example, Plymouth State University has created “On the Move” scholarships specifically for our students. All GEAR UP students who enroll in Plymouth State in 2022–2025 are eligible. This applies whether you’re part of GEAR UP New Hampshire or GEAR UP Manchester .

Students in our GEAR UP New Hampshire cohort can access additional funding. If you enroll in one of the colleges and universities below, you may be eligible for a GEAR UP New Hampshire Scholarship. This scholarship offers up to several thousand dollars in funding for tuition and other expenses.

Colleges and universities in the Granite State:

Antioch University New England

Colby-Sawyer College

Dartmouth College

Franklin Pierce University

Granite State College

Great Bay Community College

Hellenic American University

Keene State College

Lakes Region Community College

Manchester Community College

MCPHS University

Nashua Community College

NHTI, Concord’s Community College

Plymouth State University

River Valley Community College

Rivier University

Saint Anselm College

Southern New Hampshire University

University of New Hampshire

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

White Mountains Community College

To learn more about attending a two-year or four-year college or university in New Hampshire, see StudyNH.com.

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