Parents, Families and Supporters
Heading off to college is an exciting time for students and their families, and we want you to know we’re in your corner. We’ve done everything we can to make sure your student is taken care of at every turn. From a wide range of degree options, student services, public safety and beyond, we’re committed to being a home away from home for your student, and a resource for you, during their time here.
Haven’t visited campus yet? Schedule a visit with your student on our Campus Tours and Events page.
Don't Miss Out!
Here are a few upcoming dates to be aware of. Please see below for a full list of dates, or visit our term starts page for domestic students.
Dec. 20 - Jan. 5
Winter Break
Dec. 22
Last Day of Fall Classes
Jan. 6
First Day of Spring Classes
Help your student keep track of these upcoming dates:
Prospective Student Dates
Visiting campus is the perfect way to experience everything SNHU has to offer. Chat with an admission counselor, attend a brief information session and take a one-hour tour of campus.
Campus tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9 am, 11:30 am and 2 pm.
Select weekend dates (at 11 am and 1:30 pm) include:
Weekend Tours:
- Saturday, March 1, 2025
- Saturday, March 22, 2025
- Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
Fall 2024 (2024 A-3) Important Dates
- New Student Check-In: August 31, 2024
- Returning Student Check-In: September 02, 2024
- Classes begin: September 03, 2024
- Last day to Drop/Add a class: September 08, 2024
- Last day to complete Week 1 Assignments (see course participation policy): September 08, 2024
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day (UC classes cancelled, offices open): October 14, 2024
- Last day to enter mid-term grades in mySNHU: October 25, 2024
- Veteran’s Day (UC classes cancelled, offices closed): November 11, 2024
- Thanksgiving Recess (UC classes cancelled, offices open): November 27, 2024
- Thanksgiving Recess (UC classes cancelled, offices closed): November 28, 2024
- Native American Heritage Day (UC classes cancelled, offices closed): November 29, 2024
- Last day for students to withdraw from a class: December 15, 2024
- Last day of classes: December 22, 2024
- Last day to enter final grades in mySNHU (noon): December 24, 2024
Spring 2025 (2025 A-1) Important Dates
- Returning Student Check-In: Jan. 5, 2025
- Classes begin: Jan. 6, 2025
- Last day to Drop/Add a class: Jan. 12, 2025
- Last day to complete Week 1 Assignments (see course participation policy): Jan. 12, 2025
- Martin Luther King Day (UC classes cancelled, offices closed): Jan. 20, 2025
- Student Wellbeing Days (UC classes cancelled, offices open): Feb. 6, 2025 - Feb. 7, 2025
- Last day to enter mid-term grades in mySNHU: Feb. 28, 2025
- Spring Break (UC classes cancelled, offices open): Mar. 3, 2025 - Mar. 7, 2025
- Last day for students to withdraw from a class: Apr. 20, 2025
- Last day of classes: Apr. 27, 2025
- Last day to enter final grades in mySNHU (noon): Apr. 29, 2025
Follow Along on Social
Whether you’re looking to see what’s happening in the SNHU campus community, or looking to help your student get acclimated to campus life, here are some ways you can stay in the know.
Follow Our Newsletters
We offer a quarterly newsletter including important dates, updates on student life and resources for student success. If you’d like to join the distribution list, email campuscommunications@snhu.edu.
Your student should also check their SNHU email every weekend for the Penmen Weekly Newsletter. This email contains a list of student events for the week, as well as helpful information.
SNHU On Campus Social Channels:
Sending and Receiving Mail
Part of the excitement of college is bring in a new environment, but sometimes it's nice to receive a slice of home. If you'd like to send your student a piece of mail or care package, please reference the below information.
Shipping and Receiving Information
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Student mail and package address:
First Name Last Name
2500 North River Rd Box #
Manchester, NH 03106
Shipping Services:
- We are currently Penman change and Credit Card only
- We offer USPS, FedEx, and DHL shipping
- We are a drop off point for UPS
How to open your mailbox:
- Spin the dial to the left 4 times to clear the lock and then stop on your first number.
- Next, Spin the dial to the right passing your second number once.
- Finally, spin the dial left directly to your third number and then twist the dial to the right to open your mailbox
To utilize our Amazon Locker located in the student center follow these steps:
- Log into amazon account and go to your account tab
- Go to your addresses
- Click add a new pick-up location
- Use 03106 as the zip code
- Scroll to amazon locker bearhat and add to address book
Looking to track a package?
Tracking Links:
- USPS Tracking:
https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction_input - FedEx Tracking:
https://www.fedex.com/en-us/tracking.html - UPS Tracking:
https://www.ups.com/track?loc=en_US&requester=ST/
Mail Services is located in the Student Center, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach us at mailroom@snhu.edu.
Get Involved
Sending your student off to college doesn’t mean you can’t be supportive from afar. Here are a few ways you can support your student on their journey.
Know what’s happening on campus
- Want to know what’s happening on campus? Check out the master event calendar.
- Homecoming is the best time of year for students, families, alumni, faculty and staff. See how you can get involved and have fun!
Show off your SNHU pride
- If you’re looking for the perfect way to show the world how proud you are of your student, check out the SNHU Bookstore and pick up some swag.
- If you have a student athlete, check out the athletics schedule and attend a game.
Stay Informed
Campus Safety
We implement uniformed public safety officers, video surveillance, a campus escort program and the use of SNHU Alerts to keep students safe. To learn more, visit our public safety page.
Campus Majors
With 70+ majors to choose from, ranging from psychology to video game design, your student can find their passion and discover their purpose.
Tuition & Financial Aid
SNHU is one of the most affordable private universities in New England, and over 90% of our students receive financial aid.
Career & Professional Development Center
Our career center helps set campus students up for success with resume writing, portfolio development, mock interviews and even networking opportunities.
Study Abroad
If your student is looking to see the world and explore new horizons, our study abroad program offers experiences in Europe, Asia, Oceania and South America.
Student Employment
Students are able to search and apply for available university-paid work study. If you have any questions, please reach out to studentjobs@snhu.edu.
Wellness
SNHU’s on-campus wellness center is a licensed educational health center with free and confidential physical and mental health services at your student’s fingertips.
New Student Orientation
We welcome all incoming SNHU students. Visit our orientation page and help your student stay on top of their checklist of necessary actions.
Dining Services
From the dining center to Webster Café, Einstein Bros. and more, our dining services provides a variety of options for every palate.
Commencement
Help us celebrate our grads and all their accomplishments at our in-person and virtual commencement ceremonies.
Homecoming
Whether you want to cheer on our student athletes, participate in paint night or win at big money bingo, we have events for the whole family at homecoming.