University of New Hampshire — Grants (after admission)

Types of Aid | Financial Aid Skip to main content University of New Hampshire Search Menu Search UNH.edu Search Financial Aid Search UNH.edu Search Search Commonly Searched Items: Apply Forms & Worksheets Check Aid Status Scholarships Financial Aid Apply Check Aid Status Forms & Worksheets Types of Aid Scholarships Federal Work-Study Student Loan Options Additional Loan Options Net Price Calculator New Hampshire Promise Resources Costs Conditions of Award Constitution Day Frequently Asked Questions International Students - Estimate of Expenses Satisfactory Academic Progress Summer and January Term Aid COVID Aid Contact In This Section Types of Aid Scholarships Federal Work-Study Student Loan Options Additional Loan Options Types of Aid Aid You Don't Have to Pay Back Scholarships and grants are types of aid that do not need to be repaid. While grants are often need-based, scholarships are more likely to be merit-based. Both are offered through a wide variety of sources, from the federal government to state governments, colleges, private corporations and nonprofit organizations. Start with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to determine your Student Aid Index (SAI), which may be used to determine your eligibility and award amounts. File your FAFSA Scholarships Scholarships aren’t only for students with stellar grades – they also are awarded for community service, leadership, research, special interests and other areas of distinction. Start your search on our scholarships page, which includes links to scholarships through UNH’s schools and colleges. View a List of Scholarships Grants A variety of grants are available to students. FEDERAL PELL GRANTS Available to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANTS (SEOG) Available to undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional need. UNH RESIDENT & NON-RESIDENT TUITION GRANTS UNH need-based funds for undergraduate students. These awards can change from year to year based on income changes or other variables. UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITY GRANTS Need-based awards granted to incoming freshmen who demonstrate through their admission application materials an appreciation and/or understanding of the values and significance of diversity for our society and culture. ATHLETIC GRANTS-IN-AID Available to student-athletes on an intercollegiate team. The head coach of each sport chooses recipients and the amount of the award in consultation with the director of athletics. Contact the head coach of your sport. Work-Study Jobs Federal funds provide job opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students on and off campus. Get Started Aid You Have to Pay Back The majority of students who apply to UNH are eligible to receive Federal Student Loans. For undergraduate students, Parent PLUS Loans and private education loans also are available. Graduate and professional students have access to additional loan programs. Explore Loan Options Financial Aid Quick Links Apply Costs Scholarships Student Loan Options More to Explore Check Aid Status COVID Aid Federal Work-Study Jobs Forms & Worksheets Copyright © 2026, University of New Hampshire. All rights reserved. TTY Users: 7-1-1 or 800-735-2964 (Relay NH) USNH Privacy Policies • USNH Terms of Use • Accessibility • Statement of Nondiscrimination • Jeanne Clery Act Contact Us UNH Financial Aid Office - Durham 11 Garrison Ave. Stoke Hall Durham, NH 03824 Email: [email protected] Phone: (603) 862-3600 Financial Aid Apply Show Apply submenu Check Aid Status Forms & Worksheets Types of Aid Hide Types of Aid submenu Scholarships Federal Work-Study Student Loan Options Additional Loan Options Net Price Calculator New Hampshire Promise Resources Show Resources submenu Costs Conditions of Award Constitution Day Frequently Asked Questions International Students - Estimate of Expenses Satisfactory Academic Progress Summer and January Term Aid COVID Aid Show COVID Aid submenu ARP Act Emergency Gr…