Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.03%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Plymouth State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.03%. This means approximately 910 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,298 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.03%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,558 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $25,498 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,257 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,685 | State avg: $21,229. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 25.63% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 72.91% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Plymouth State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$25,498
Room and board
$12,104
Books and supplies
$1,410
Other expenses
$2,782
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,257
Average net price
$19,685
Average aid coverage
33%
$9,572 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Plymouth State University pays approximately $19,685 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New Hampshire average of $21,229 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Plymouth State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Hampshire and national averages.
Plymouth State University net price
$19,685
New Hampshire average
$21,229
National average
$17,506
Plymouth State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $25,498 and average net price at $19,685. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$25,498
Current net price
$19,685
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
47.43%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,304
Undergraduates
3,298
10-Year Median Earnings - Plymouth State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Plymouth State University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Plymouth State University?
Undergraduates
3,298
Completion rate
47.43%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
25.63%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
72.91%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 25.63% of Plymouth State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 72.91% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Plymouth State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Plymouth State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Plymouth State University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Plymouth State University is listed at 17 High Street, Plymouth, NH 03264-1595. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Plymouth State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth State University | 91.03% | $25,498 | $19,685 | $57,304 |
| Dartmouth College | 6.23% | $65,739 | $28,619 | $97,434 |
| Saint Anselm College | 78.32% | $46,810 | $34,744 | $73,371 |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | 87.33% | $35,530 | $13,302 | $66,479 |
| University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online | Not available | $9,372 | $14,106 | $66,479 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth State University's acceptance rate?
Plymouth State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.03%.
How much is Plymouth State University tuition?
Plymouth State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $25,498.
What is Plymouth State University's average net price?
Plymouth State University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,685.
What is Plymouth State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,304 for Plymouth State University.
Is Plymouth State University accredited?
Plymouth State University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Plymouth State University?
The local dataset lists 3,298 undergraduate students at Plymouth State University.
What percentage of Plymouth State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Plymouth State University in the local dataset is 25.63%.
What is the federal loan rate at Plymouth State University?
The federal loan rate for Plymouth State University in the local dataset is 72.91%.
Where should I verify Plymouth State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Plymouth State University or the latest official federal education data.