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Plymouth State University
Plymouth State University
PLYMOUTH, NH . 4 Year 3.5
#2026 in Best Colleges in America
17 HIGH STREET, MSC 52 PLYMOUTH, NH 03264

Overview

Plymouth State University, established in 1871 in Plymouth, New Hampshire, is a public university offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. Known for its interdisciplinary approach, it integrates liberal arts, STEM, and professional studies. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, the university prepares students for careers and leadership in a global society.

Rankings

  • 97

    #97 in Best Greek Life Colleges in America

  • 2026

    #2026 in Best Colleges in America

  • 123

    #123 in Top Party Schools in America

  • Best Greek Life Colleges in America 97 of 689
  • Top Party Schools in America 123 of 1,512
  • Best Colleges for Education in America 347 of 972

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • B Value
  • B Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • C+Athletics
  • AParty Scene
  • B Professors
  • B+Location
  • C+Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • B Safety

Majors

  • Business
    110 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    56 Graduates
  • Sales
    56 Graduates
  • Marketing
    53 Graduates
  • Psychology
    43 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    42 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    41 Graduates
  • Communications
    30 Graduates
  • Nursing
    27 Graduates
  • English
    25 Graduates

Admissions

  • April 1
    Application Deadline
  • 92%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,983
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    53%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    96%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,368 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    168
  • Undergrads Over 25
    3%
  • Pell Grant
    33%
  • Varsity Athletes
    17%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    15:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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