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Granite State is located in Concord, New Hampshire (a town not far from a more urbanized area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Granite State is the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
The school is known for its programs in therapy and counseling and liberal arts.
Granite State does not offer open admission.
The school had 1,540 enrolled students in 2005. A large number of students at Granite State are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Granite State College is to expand access to public higher education to adults of all ages throughout the state of New Hampshire. The college achieves this mission by offering degree, certificate, and contract programs of excellence that serve our communities through learner responsive curricula, innovative teaching methods, and ongoing assessments of learning outcomes. Granite State College fosters partnerships with area businesses, local and state organizations, and higher education institutions in order to bring high quality academic experiences to the residents of New Hampshire in an effective and efficient manner."
More complete details are provided below.
Granite State College
8 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH 03301-7317
General Phone: (603) 228-3000
Admissions Phone: (603) 513-1320
Financial Aid Phone: (603) 513-1327
http://www.granite.edu
Granite State awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 194 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business And Management | 83 | business management, human resources |
| Therapy And Counseling | 78 | behavioral sciences |
| Education And Teaching | 61 | special ed, early childhood education |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 13 | information technology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 8 | criminal justice and administration |
| Law | 1 | legal assistant, banking and finance |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 0 | speech pathology |
Number of programs and degrees for Granite State in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 237 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 140 | 4 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 52 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 9 | 6 |
In 2005, Granite State had a total enrollment of 1,540 students (917 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 58% |
| Part-Time | 42% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 30% |
| 50-64 | 12% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 96% |
| Maine | 4% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Concord, New Hampshire for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Hampshire Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 41 | 41 | 100% | 33 | 80% |
| Men | 13 | 13 | 100% | 12 | 92% |
| Women | 27 | 27 | 100% | 21 | 78% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (603) 513-1320
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,875 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,355 |
| Books and supplies | $ 450 |
Financial Aid:
Granite State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3101300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (603) 513-1327
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
LAW
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Granite State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study
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