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Campus-based AS in Finance

Learn How To Crunch the Numbers With an AS in Finance

If you’re interested in impacting organizations through the ethical application of finance and accounting frameworks, an Associate of Science (AS) in Finance at Southern New Hampshire University could be in your future. In our on-campus program, you’ll gain the skills to analyze data and prepare accurate documentation so you can support strategic business decisions.

At SNHU, you’ll be exposed to leadership principles and skills that you can apply in your organization no matter your role. And through the broad business skills covered in this program, you’ll be prepared to explore positions in various in-demand fields such as management, finance, banking and accounting.

See Yourself Succeed in Finance

The AS in finance might be a great fit for you if you’re interested in entering the world of business or hoping to continue your education in the future. With your AS from SNHU, you will feel prepared to jump into an entry-level role in a variety of industries, having covered topics such as data analysis, managerial strategies and accounting principles.

Plus, the credits you earn from your associate finance degree at SNHU could transfer into our campus-based BS in Accounting and Finance. This can help you can save time while continuing your education.

As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of majoring in finance at SNHU include:

  • Supportive community. Join the SNHU campus community of students who are closely connected with faculty and staff dedicated to your success
  • Affordability. It’s our mission to make higher education more accessible. That’s why SNHU is one of the most affordable private, nonprofit universities in New Hampshire
  • Accessible faculty. Learn from highly credentialed faculty who are experienced in their fields and interact with you in the classroom, dining hall, fitness center and the stands
  • Opportunity. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni and strong connections with employers for internship and career opportunities
  • Campus experience. Enjoy more than 75 student clubs, champion Division II athletics and fun events on our 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH, named a "Best Place to Live" by Money magazine

Career Outlook

Earning an associate degree in finance can help you prepare for entry-level positions in a variety of fields or grow within your current career in finance. Or you could explore one of our bachelor’s programs after graduating, such as our Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance. Either way, you’ll have developed vital experiences and skills for the workplace, such as developing financial plans for clients, analyzing financial statements and applying compliant ethical and legal practices.

Graduates may pursue entry-level roles such as:

  • Associate financial advisor
  • Accounting assistant
  • Consumer loans specialist
  • Billing clerk
  • Associate banker
  • Payroll clerk

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks made a median annual salary of $47,440 in 2023.1

SNHU is dedicated to helping students find meaningful internships that offer them hands-on experience to give them a head start on their peers when they enter the job market. Whether inside and outside the classroom, SNHU is developing the next generation of business professionals.

Courses and Curriculum

Our campus-based, 60-credit finance degree offers hands-on, project-based classes that focus on a wide breadth of business skills while diving deeper into financial concepts. The AS degree aligns closely with the bachelor’s business degrees, so you can continue your education without feeling like you’re starting over.

Upon completion of the finance associate degree program at Southern New Hampshire University, graduates should:

  • Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to develop possible solutions for an individual or within an organization
  • Apply regulations, industry guidelines and ethical principles to the creation of financial documents and recommendations
  • Use financial, accounting and managerial techniques to support financial recommendations for an individual or within an organization
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Campus Undergraduate Tuition

Our Manchester campus aims to keep tuition and related costs low for our students so that you can pursue your degree and your goals.

University Accreditation

New England Commission of Higher Education Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) as well as several other accrediting bodies.

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