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New England College

#1202 in US ranking Henniker, NH
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$60,846
Tuition & fees
$43,484
Avg. aid
$28,281
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
92%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
35%
Median salary
$39,742
1 yr after graduation

What is the cost of studying for a year at New England College?

New England College's published charges should be read by academic year and program, not treated as a single permanent price. In the reported 2024-25 undergraduate figures, full-time tuition was $25,714 for both in-state and out-of-state students, with $1,760 in required fees. Reported room and board was $15,220, while books and supplies were estimated at $1,000.

Adding those particular 2024-25 categories gives approximately $43,694 before transportation and personal expenses. That is a planning illustration, not an individual bill or a complete cost-of-attendance budget. Other published tuition figures for NEC differ, so students should use the current schedule for their degree, enrollment status, and entry year rather than combine charges drawn from different schedules.

Aid can substantially change what a student pays. In the reported aid figures, all students in the measured group received some form of financial aid, while 72% had student loans. The average grant award reported for undergraduates was $28,281, but an average is not an individual award. For families with annual income of $48,000 or less, the reported average net price was $24,340. Net price estimates account for grants and scholarships, not a promise that loans or out-of-pocket costs will disappear.

Eligible students may be considered for federal grants and loans, state assistance, institutional aid, and applicable military education benefits. The FAFSA and NEC's aid instructions establish what an applicant must submit. A useful comparison between colleges is each school's personalized aid offer alongside its full annual budget, with grants separated from loans and work earnings.

What are the work-study opportunities at New England College?

Students at New England College may seek part-time work while studying, but a job should not be assumed simply because it appears in a financial aid plan. Federal Work-Study, when offered to an eligible student, is an aid-supported employment program; it generally requires the student to secure a position and earn wages through hours worked.

Other campus jobs may operate outside Federal Work-Study. Students should ask the financial aid or student employment office which positions are open to them, how to apply, and whether the expected hours fit their course schedule. An internship serves a different purpose: it may provide academic credit or career experience and is not necessarily paid.

NEC reports career support that includes individual and group counseling, résumé preparation, interview workshops, job fairs, employer recruitment, and alumni networking opportunities. Those services can help with a job or internship search, but their availability is not an employment outcome.

New England College Tuition and Fees

In-state tuition & fees
$43,484
Out-of-state tuition & fees
$43,484
Tuition
$41,584
Fees
$1,900
Room and board
$15,220
Books and supplies
$1,000

Total Cost

Cost of attendance per year
$60,846
Tuition & fees
$43,484
Housing, food, books & other
$17,362

100% of undergraduates receive aid, $28,281 on average

New England College Cost of Living

Yearly living expenses by where students live

On campus
$19,526
Off campus, not with family
$19,750
Off campus, with family
$2,750

New England College Net Price by Family Income

Average yearly cost after grants, students awarded federal aid

$0–30,000
$25,598
$30,001–48,000
$24,340
$48,001–75,000
$26,238
$75,001–110,000
$28,741
Over $110,000
$28,249

New England College Room and Board Cost

Typical room charge for academic year

$7,490

Typical board charge for academic year

$7,730

Total dormitory capacity

810

Institution provide on-campus housing

Yes

Institution provides board or meal plan

Yes

New England College Financial Aid

Undergraduate average amount

$28,281

All

$32,095

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Share of undergraduate students
100%

New England College Grants, Loans and Debt

Students receiving Pell Grants
36%
Students with federal loans
72%
Median debt at completion
$26,000

New England College Military and Veterans Benefits

Undergraduate average amount

$8,665

Graduate average amount

$7,982

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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