Plymouth State University - A regional comprehensive university offering a rich, student-focused learning environment, New Hampshire

Plymouth State University

Plymouth State University is a regional comprehensive university offering a rich, student-focused learning environment with an enrollment of approximately 4,300 undergraduate and approximately 3,000 graduate students. The 170-acre campus offers a New England classic look combined with up-to-date facilities including the Lamson Library and Learning Commons; the Boyd Science Center; Langdon Woods, a LEED certified, environmentally conscious residence hall; and PSU’s newest addition, a Welcome Center and Ice Arena.

Founded in 1871 as a teacher training school, Plymouth State University is part of the University System of New Hampshire and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Located in central New Hampshire at the gateway to the White Mountains and the Lakes Region in the quaint town of Plymouth, PSU is within minutes of ski resorts, lakes, and parks and only two hours from Boston.

PSU Facts


History

Founded in 1871 as a teacher training school
A part of the University System of New Hampshire
Graduate programs began in 1948


Student Profile

4,300 undergraduate students
2,291 male students
2,009 female students
1,090 First Year students
20 average student age
2,262 graduate students

Faculty Profile

182 professors and instructors
94% hold a doctorate or terminal degree in their field
17:1 student to faculty ratio

Tuition (2010 – 2011)

In-State: $7,650
Out-of-State:$15,820

Campus Profile

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
170 acres and 47 buildings
19 Athletic Teams
NCAA Division III Athletic Division
School Colors: Green and White
School Mascot: Panthers

By the Numbers

340,000+ volumes in our library:
48 undergraduate majors
65 undergraduate minors
6 Graduate degrees with over 75 concentrations and 15 certificate programs
80+ student clubs/organizations:

* Information accurate as of January, 2011

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