Join more than 28,000 students and graduates from Massachusetts who chose Southern New Hampshire University to earn their degree and reach their goals.
25+ Years of Excellence in Online Education
SNHU has helped students like you reach their goals online since 1995. And with some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation, you can get the skills you need at a more affordable price.
200+ Programs
Explore associate’s, bachelor's or master's degree programs—or level up with a career-focused certificate.
Military Discounts
Enjoy some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation – plus discounts for active-duty military.
Transfer-Friendly
Already have some college credit? Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor’s degree to save time and money.
Popular Programs for Students in Massachusetts
Save Even More with Massachusetts Partnership Discounts
SNHU has partnered with employers and community colleges throughout Massachusetts with the goal of providing even more affordable online degrees to students like you.
You can check whether your employer has already partnered with us.
Massachusetts Community College Partners
Your Service Deserves Our Support
We know Massachusetts has a long and honored military community, and we’ve been a proud military supporter since World War II. In addition to low online tuition, no set class times and some of the best support in higher education, active-duty U.S. service members and their spouses can qualify for tuition discounts of up to 30%. We also accept military tuition assistance, Veteran Affairs (VA) education benefits and Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) scholarships for spouses.
Meet Some Fellow SNHU Students from Massachusetts
West is a U.S. Army veteran and member of the LGBTQ+ community who lives with PTSD. He tried 7 other schools before finding the support he needed at SNHU. West crossed the stage with his service dog in April 2023, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Now, he is using his education to help other service members transition to civilian life in his role at the Department of Veteran Affairs.
Shimkus briefly attended college after high school before life took him in a different direction. When he completed his military service in 2011, he was determined to finish his college education. As an adult student balancing work and school, he needed flexible classes to fit his busy life and advisors who understood military-affiliated students like him. In 2016, Shimkus crossed the finish line with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management.
SNHU in Your Community
Seven employees at the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) were recognized after completing their degrees through SNHU’s College for America program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get an online degree in Massachusetts?
Indeed you can! There are more than 28K students and alumni from the Bay State who chose a quality online education from Southern New Hampshire University.
In fact, SNHU has offered online degree programs since 1995, a reality that gives students, like yourself, confidence that you'll receive a reputable degree in a flexible, affordable online learning environment.
Better yet, SNHU is an accredited university that now offers 200+ online degree programs that can help you advance your career or achieve personal goals. Whatever your reason, SNHU is likely to have a program for you.
Are online college degrees worth it?
If getting your degree online is the best way you can make college work for you and your schedule, it’s most certainly worth it!
By taking courses through an online university like SNHU, you’ll learn both foundational knowledge and real-world skills needed to succeed beyond the classroom.
Do people take online degrees seriously?
Very much so! The general view of online degrees has significantly improved over the last couple decades.
Employers throughout Massachusetts and beyond now recognize the convenience and effectiveness of earning your degree online, and reputable, regionally accredited, institutions such as SNHU have made sure the academic experience of students like yourself is on par with traditional classroom teaching by investing heavily in high-quality online platforms.
Is it harder to do online college?
Online programs provide flexibility for individuals who may not be able to attend traditional on-campus classes due to work, family or other commitments.
You can earn an online degree from wherever you have internet access. SNHU has offered education online since 1995, meaning over 25 years of honing a flexible, affordable and effective approach to online learning.
Plus, SNHU offers more than 200 accredited, online programs that can help you advance your career. What degree program will you choose to move forward?
How can I apply to online college?
Getting started with your online degree can be easy.
First, submit the application. At SNHU, it’s a free online form. Once accepted, decide how you’d like to pay for college. We can help with this.
Then, your admission counselor can help you register for courses, and your academic advisor will work with you to map out a degree plan!
There are 5 graduate terms and 6 undergraduate terms per year, so you never have to wait to get started.
And, if you already earned some college credit, SNHU will request transcripts to see what might transfer.