All About SNHU: Helping Our Students with College Prep

March 10, 2025 byJulie Hersum

3 min to read

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College prep can be overwhelming for high school students, especially for those families facing financial strain or students who are uncertain about the career path they may want to pursue after high school. While many students feel nervous about graduating high school, resources and support systems are out there to ease this transition. People like school counselors or teachers can make a significant difference in helping students feel more confident and prepared about their futures—whether they go straight into the workforce, enroll in a trade school program, or pursue higher education.

To help make the transition to college simpler for our online school students, Connections Academy recently entered into a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). This collaboration, which is part of Connections Academy's broader College and Career, aims to help Connections Academy graduates, employees, and their families with their college prep and academic and professional journeys by providing tangible benefits, including:

15 percent tuition discounts for online programs at SNHU.
No application fee.
Transfer up to 90 credits toward a bachelor’s degree at SNHU.
Flexible, familiar, and fully online learning formats.

What is SNHU?

SNHU, or Southern New Hampshire University, is a private, nonprofit university located in Manchester, New Hampshire, that serves more than 200,000 students around the world—80,000 of whom attend classes fully online.

Established in 1932, SNHU is widely recognized for its affordability, flexibility, and commitment to accessible higher education. Today, the school offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs online in fields such as business, education, healthcare, and technology.

Is SNHU a Good School?

SNHU is a well-known, accredited institution with a mission of “expanding access to education through high-quality, workforce-relevant, and meaningful learning experiences.”

This focus on accessibility has earned it a reputation for helping students manage college prep challenges successfully, with policies like flexible, rolling admissions, easy credit transfers, and other support services, including guidance on applying for federal aid (FAFSA), scholarships and grants to ease financial strain.

SNHU is also renowned for hosting innovative, flexible online degree programs. In 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked SNHU as the most innovative university in the north.

Is SNHU Accredited?

SNHU is fully accredited. The university is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), which is one of the most respected accrediting agencies in the United States and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Does SNHU Online Have a Schedule?

Yes, SNHU Online has both flexible and structured academic schedules, including summer semesters. Like Connections Academy supported schools, online learning from SNHU is highly adaptable to individual needs, allowing students to choose terms that best fit their personal and professional schedules.

With the ability to take higher education courses online, students don’t need to put their personal or career goals on pause, as they can choose classes that blend into their schedules. Through the power of online learning, students can still pursue apprenticeships, internships, or part-time jobs, and balance their personal goals, medical appointments, or time spent with friends and family while earning their degree.

Preparing Students for Life After High School

Connections Academy is passionate about helping our students feel confident and prepared for their journey after high school. SNHU is just one of our many partnerships helping students to achieve their post-secondary educational dreams by connecting them with college prep resources and the high-quality college education everyone needs to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

Learn more about our College and Career Readiness offerings and why families choose Connections Academy. You can also find out if online school is right for your student by taking this 5-minute quiz.