General Information

The University

Within its seven schools and colleges, the University offers 2,000 courses in more than 100 majors; special programs include a particularly strong undergraduate research program, the Honors Program, and a wide range of opportunities for internships, study abroad, and national exchange experiences. For more information, visit the UNH Web site at www.unh.edu.

History

First situated in Hanover in connection with Dartmouth College, New Hampshire College moved to its Durham campus in 1893 after Benjamin Thompson, a prosperous farmer, bequeathed land and money to further the development of the college.

In 1923, the state legislature granted the college a new charter as the University of New Hampshire, composed of the College of Agriculture, the College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Technology.

In 1953, the core two-year agricultural and vocational program that had been taught at the University since 1895 was officially named the Thompson School of Agriculture. In 1963, it was renamed the Thompson School of Applied Science. The University System of New Hampshire was created in 1963, when the state colleges at Plymouth and Keene were brought under the same board of trustees as the University.

In 1984, the University began offering courses to residents of the most densely populated region of the state through the Nashua Center. In 1985, the state legislature incorporated the University of New Hampshire at Manchester. The college offers selected baccalaureate and graduate programs for commuter students in the Merrimack Valley region as well as credit and noncredit continuing education courses.

Mission

The University of New Hampshire has a threefold mission: the scholarly functions of teaching, research, and public service.

Teaching. All undergraduate programs of instruction at the University are built on a program of general education. The objectives of general education carry through the undergraduate subject major, as students refine and apply their skills and discover the relationships among fields of study. At every level, students enjoy close contact with individual faculty members who are dedicated to research and scholarship; this is an advantage for students, because active scholars and researchers teach by sharing their own learning.

Research. The activity of research embraces all the arts and sciences at the University: it is an integral part of both undergraduate and graduate programs. In doctoral study, and in many master's programs, thesis research is a primary mode of learning. As a land-, sea-, and space-grant institution, the University of New Hampshire has a special obligation to conduct applied research in the areas of agriculture, marine sciences, and engineering, and to disseminate the findings to the state and nation.

Public Service. The University fulfills its special responsibility for the welfare of the state through UNH Cooperative Extension, through the Division of Continuing Education, and through research and consultation on particular needs of New Hampshire citizens. The University is dedicated to collaborative learning inside and outside the classroom.

UNH Library

Dimond Library, recently expanded and completely renovated, combines the best traditions of the 19th century with the information access of the 21st. It offers three grand reading rooms, seating for 1,200 students and other researchers, computer workstations on every floor, numerous laptop computer hookups throughout the building, and 21 miles of shelving for books. The four branch libraries specialize in science, mathematics, and engineering. The Biological Sciences Library is located in Kendall Hall, Chemistry Library is in Parsons Hall, Engineering/Mathematics/Computer Science Library is in Kingsbury Hall, and the Physics Library is in DeMeritt Hall. All branches have reserve materials, reference collections, circulating collections, periodicals, and electronic resources. All branch materials are indicated in the UNH Library catalog.

For the latest information on Dimond and the branches consult the Web at www.library.unh.edu.

The Campus

During the last decade major building and renovation projects have revitalized the UNH campus while maintaining its traditions. UNH's Entrepreneurial Campus is the most recent addition to the campus. The Entrepreneurial Campus is a dynamic concept and an actual physical space. The concept encourages innovative collaboration between industrial, government, and academic communities. The initial stages of this initiative focuses on environmental technology, advanced communications and advanced materials. Currently the campus consists of two buildings, one for environmental technologies and the other for computer networking/interoperability. Plans are currently being developed for additional buildings. The Entrepreneurial Campus is a place where business people, faculty members, researchers, and students work together, share information, and apply research to real-world problems.

Accreditation

All degree programs at the University are approved for veterans' educational benefits. Individuals are encouraged to contact the veterans coordinator in Stoke Hall about specific questions.

The University supports the efforts of secondary school officials and governing bodies to have their schools achieve regional accredited status to provide reliable assurance of the quality of the educational preparation of its applicants for admission.

Admissions

Admission Criteria

Most successful candidates present at least four years of English and mathematics, three or more years of laboratory science, two or more years of social science, and at least three years of study in a single foreign language or more than one year of study in two different languages. Recommended mathematics preparation includes the equivalent of algebra I, geometry, algebra II, and trigonometry or advanced math.

Students who plan to specialize in engineering, biological/physical science, mathematics, or forestry should present at least four years of mathematics including trigonometry, as well as laboratory coursework in chemistry and/or physics. Students pursuing business-related studies should have also completed four years of mathematics including trigonometry. For students planning to major in health-related disciplines, four years of math, as well as laboratory courses in biology and chemistry, are strongly recommended.

Applicants may indicate a prospective major on the application for admission. Undecided applicants may apply for admission as an "undeclared" student for each of the University's five school and college divisions in Durham and at UNH Manchester.

[For information concerning bachelor and associate degree programs offered through UNHM, see the section on the University of New Hampshire at Manchester.]

Many University students request a change in major during their undergraduate years, and most are approved. These changes are possible after a student has been at the University for at least a semester and has permission from the appropriate college dean and department chairperson. In recent years, however, the University has not always been able to honor all requests for a change of major, most notably into biological sciences, computer science, environmental conservation, nursing, occupational therapy, and wildlife management.

Admission Test Requirements

Art and Music Candidates

Early Readings of Admission Eligibility

The review of freshman candidates begins as soon as a complete application (including official grade reports through junior year and a confirmed senior-year course schedule, the results of the SAT-I or ACT, and a letter of recommendation) is on hand. To ensure an "early reading" by mid-January of the senior year, candidates are encouraged to submit admission applications by December 1. In some cases, the Admission Committee will request senior mid-year grade reports in order to make a final admission decision. All positive admission decisions made prior to the completion of a candidate's coursework in progress are considered "provisional" and are subject to the verification of satisfactory senior year achievement when final high school transcripts are reviewed by the Admission Committee.

Accepted candidates are required to confirm their intention to enroll with the payment of an enrollment fee by May 1. An additional deposit is required by May 1 to reserve on-campus housing.

Deferred Admission

Advanced Standing

The University recognizes up to 32 semester credits of CLEP General Examination tests which may be applied as elective credit only. Scores must be 500 or better in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences-history exams. The minimum score for mathematics is 500 and for the English exam with essay, 500. Subject exams, when applicable, may be used to satisfy either departmental or general education requirements. UNH does not accept all CLEP subject exams. Maximum credit accepted for all credit by exam and advanced placement testing is 64 semester hours.

Associate Degree Candidacy

Eligibility for Degree Candidacy

Readmission

Before seeking readmission, suspended students must remain away from school for at least one semester. Applications from suspended students should include a statement about the applicant's readiness to resume University work.

Only under extraordinary circumstances will students be readmitted after dismissal for academic reasons. Applications submitted by dismissed students are reviewed by the University's Academic Standards and Advising Committee. It may not be possible for readmission applicants to enroll in programs with established enrollment limitations.

Transfer Students

Some programs may have enrollment limitations. Transfer students may contact the Department of Housing (603) 862-2120 to determine the availability of on-campus housing.

Priority deadlines for transfer applicants are November 1 for the spring semester and March 1 for the fall semester.

No portion of a student's grade-point average will transfer; that is, external averages will not be calculated with UNH grades.

New England Regional Student Program

Special Student Status

Resident Status

Students are classified as residents or nonresidents for tuition purposes at the time of admission to the University. The decisions, made by the Office of Admissions, are based upon information furnished in students' applications and any other relevant information.

All applicants living in New Hampshire are required to submit a notarized statement to the effect that they, if financially independent, or their parents, if financially dependent, have been legally domiciled in New Hampshire continuously for a period of at least twelve months immediately prior to registering for the term for which the student is claiming in-state status. Students admitted from states other than New Hampshire or from foreign countries are considered nonresident throughout their attendance at the University unless they have acquired bona fide domicile in New Hampshire.

If students maintain residency apart from that of their parents, they must clearly establish that they are financially independent and that their residence in New Hampshire is for some purpose other than the temporary one of obtaining an education at the University. To qualify for in-state status, students must have been legally domiciled in New Hampshire continuously for a period of at least twelve months prior to registering for the term for which in-state status is claimed.

The burden of proof in all cases is upon the applicant. The University reserves the right to make the final decision concerning resident status for tuition purposes.

A copy of the rules governing residency may be obtained from the Office of Admissions.

Financial Aid

In many communities, scholarships and loans are available locally. School principals and guidance counselors have information about these sources of assistance, which are available to both high school seniors and adult students. Before applicants may be considered for assistance by the University, they must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applicants may obtain the FAFSA from local high schools or from the UNH Financial Aid Office. The financial aid application deadline for aid awarded by the University is March 1. This is the date by which your fully completed FAFSA must be received by the federal processor.

The importance of meeting this deadline cannot be overstated. While there are some types of aid (e.g., Pell Grants and Stafford Loans) for which you may apply after this deadline, it is likely that you will receive substantially less total aid if your application is late. For the past several years, applicants applying after the deadline did not receive any aid awarded by UNH (SEOG, tuition grant, Perkins Loan, or work study).

It is the University's position that the student applicant is accountable for the accuracy and timely submission of the FAFSA. We realize that in most cases a student's parent(s) also participates in completing the form. However, the student's ultimate responsibility for monitoring the application process. Students should not wait until being admitted to the University before applying for financial aid.

Note: There is reference on the FAFSA to a "deadline" of May 1. Do not be misled by this date. This is simply the last date on which the federal processor will accept the form. It is not the financial aid deadline at UNH or most other colleges.

Grants and Scholarships

Federal Pell Grant Program

Loan Programs

Most states now have higher education loan plans established by the Higher Education Act of 1965. Contact your local bank, other lender, or the Financial Aid Office for information.

Part-Time Employment

ROTC Scholarships

Scholarships pay up to full tuition, all mandatory University fees, and required textbooks. In addition, all scholarship recipients receive a tax-free $200-per-month subsistence allowance. Finally, students with a four-year or three-year ROTC scholarship also receive a room and board grant for the entire time they are on the scholarship.

For more information contact: Air Force ROTC at (603) 862-1480 or Army ROTC at (603) 862-1078.

Campus Life

Housing

The Department of Housing and the Residential Life Office are committed to providing a living environment that maintains high standards of health and safety. Full-time professional directors manage the residence halls and work with a student staff to offer special programs and enforce hall standards.

Undergraduate University housing is available to all full-time baccalaureate degree candidates and to associate in applied science degree candidates. Offers of housing to associate in arts degree and Division of Continuing Education students are made on a case-by-case basis. Students are not required to live on campus.

Offers for on-campus housing are sent to all accepted new freshmen. Transfer and readmitted students may apply for housing upon admission to the University. Offers will be made on a space-available basis. All application materials are available at the Department of Housing located in Pettee House.

For more information, contact the Department of Housing (603) 862-2120.

Dining

High quality food, flexible menus and meal plans, and special events has earned UNH Dining multiple national menu awards. Services have greatly expanded to reflect new trends and ideas e.g., on-line Web site contests with prizes and grab-and-go meal service options for meal plans along with a new the state-of-the-art Marketplace at Stillings Hall. The "Home Cookin' Recipes," Goodies Packages, and Birthday Cakes programs create a sense of belonging for students. Flexible meal plans give them the option of eating at the dining halls as well as a "meal equivalency" at many retail operations around campus.

Students living in undergraduate residence halls must select from a choice of several meal plans. Students living in undergraduate apartments or off campus may choose to purchase any of the meal plans offered. Please log onto our web site for the latest information about meal plans and services at www.unh.edu/dining. Our business office is open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and is located in the rear of Stillings Hall (603) 862-1821.

UNH Dining is committed to exceeding the expectations of our student-guests and takes pride in maintaining our position as a leader in the food service industry.

As new items are added to the menu or as recipes change, we make every effort to alert customers of changes. It is the responsibility of customers with food allergies to make the final judgment on whether or not to question the ingredients of a food item or to choose to eat foods selected. Please ask any Dining associate questions about ingredients at any time.

Memorial Union Building

Headquartered in the MUB are the Information Center; two movie theaters; the UNH Copy Center; the UNH Bookstore; the Ticket Office; specific lounge/study space for both nontraditional and graduate students; and Granite Square Station, the undergraduate mail center. Computing and Information Services provides a computer cluster, and help desk with walk-in service. The Games Room is equipped with pool and ping pong tables, table soccer, and lounge space with large screen T.V. The Entertainment Center provides a comfortable atmosphere for relaxing with live performances as well as socializing and study space. The Food Court offers expanded dining options and food service is also available in the Coffee Office. The Student Senate Office; WUNH-radio; The New Hampshire, the student newspaper; and nearly 60 other student organizations have office space in the MUB.

Student Organization Services (SOS), a division of the Memorial Union, is responsible for the registration and recognition of more than 130 student organizations and assists students with the mandatory registration process. SOS staff members assist in the coordination of their activities and adherence to student rights and rules. Learning opportunities are provided through leadership and management skills conferences. Staff members are available for advising and assistance with publicity, recruitment, and advertising for student events. SOS staff members work on a variety of programs in conjunction with student organizations such as Jukebox, daytime programming, University events, and weekend programming.

Recognized student organizations and University departments are encouraged to use rooms in the MUB. Reservations can be arranged by logging onto the scheduling Web site www.unh.edu/mubscheduling, calling MUB Scheduling at (603) 862-1526, or stopping in the Office of the Memorial Union to fill out a form. For a complete listing of Memorial Union programs, services, and events, phone the Information Center at (603) 862-2600 or visit the Web site at www.unhmub.com.

Cultural Events

The fine and performing arts are an integral part of undergraduate education. Programs are frequently incorporated into coursework. For further information or a brochure call the numbers listed below:

Department of Music, (603) 862-2404
The Art Gallery, (603) 862-3712
Art and Art History, (603) 862-2190
Theatre and Dance, (603) 862-2919
UNH Celebrity Series, (603) 862-2290 or (603) 862-3242
Traditional Jazz Series, (603) 862-2404
Memorial Union Ticket Office, (603) 862-2290; on the Web at www.unhmub.com.

Campus Recreation

The intramural sports program consists of 23 different sports and activities offered to co-rec, men's and women's teams. Intramural sports are organized, competitive leagues and tournaments played, with officiating by students. These activities generally take place Sunday through Thursday and are 3-7 week leagues or short elimination tournaments. The Department of Campus Recreation forms and assists special interest groups or sport club teams to reflect the varied recreation and cultural preferences of campus community members. Some clubs are intensely competitive, requiring a daily commitment to workouts and conditioning. They compete either on an inter-collegiate basis with New England teams or sponsor University tournaments. Other clubs meet on a casual "come when you can" basis. The wide variety of clubs can meet every interest or skill level. In addition to the Recreation Center, the Department of Campus Recreation offers ice skating in the Whittemore Center arena during nonpeak/nonteam hours, manages a large outdoor recreation facility on Mendum's Pond in Barrington with its own sailing and canoe center, runs a children's camp (Camp Wildcat) in the summer, and supports the men's crew boat house. One of the largest student employers on campus, Department of Campus Recreation provides opportunities for more than 300 student employees in a variety of positions. For further information call (603) 862-2031.

Programs and Services for Students

Advising and Counseling Services

University Advising Center
The University Advising Center, Hood House, (603) 862-2064, provides academic advising to undeclared students and selected majors in the College of Liberal Arts. In addition to its professional staff of five academic advisers, the center coordinates the services of faculty, representing the colleges and schools on campus. Center advisers assist students in clarifying their interests and skills as they relate to developing a program of study at the University and declaring a major.

The center is also the campus resource for students seeking admission to medical and related health profession schools and law school.

Center for Academic Resources (CFAR)
The Center for Academic Resources offers a comprehensive program of academic-related services to undergraduate students. Participants work on an individual basis or in group seminars with trained staff members to improve their academic performance and enhance their educational experience. The center offers learning skills instruction, drop-in subject area tutoring, study groups, computer support, course information, clarification of academic goals, personal advising, and referral. The center serves approximately 1,600 students a year. There is no cost associated with these services.

Additional services are available through the Student Support Services component for students enrolled in four-year programs who meet income and disability criteria. These services include individualized subject-area tutoring, support for students with learning disabilities, graduate school advising and preparation, and scholarship search assistance. Student Support Services is 100 percent federally funded through a $225,545 grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Located at Wolff House (8 Ballard Street, next to Health Services), the center is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Wednesday evenings. For further information call (603) 862-3698 (voice/TTY), fax (603) 862-0840, or visit our Web site at www.cfar.unh.edu.

Counseling Center
The Counseling Center offers confidential professional consultation, individual and group therapy, and educational workshops for a broad range of emotional, psychological, and interpersonal concerns. Services are provided for all students who have paid their Health Services/Counseling fee and who may be facing a major crisis, confusion, depression, family difficulties, or other personal problems.

The center provides a scheduled intake system. Intake appointments can be made over the phone or in person. In addition, emergency services are offered by the Counseling Center during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and after hours by calling the Counseling Center at (603) 862-2090 or Health Services at (603) 862-1530. When necessary, the center's staff assists with outside mental health referrals.

The staff, which includes certified psychologists, counselors, and consulting psychiatrists, is committed to the welfare and development of UNH students. The staff is available for consultation with faculty, administrative staff, and parents on matters relating to the welfare of students. The Counseling Center is fully accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, Inc. and offers a predoctoral internship training program that is accredited by the American Psychological Association.

All information about a student's visits to the Counseling Center is confidential and cannot be released without the written permission of the student.

For information or to schedule an appointment, call (603) 862-2090 or visit the Counseling Center's Web site at www.unhcc.unh.edu/index.html.

Athletics, Men's and Women's

Career Services

Internships
Supported by the federally funded Job Locator Development Program, the internship office in Career Services helps students locate preprofessional internships.

Internships can take place anywhere, for example, in a business, a research facility, or a wildlife refuge. Students engaged in career-oriented work experiences may earn academic credit through a faculty sponsor associated with their department.

Students who wish to secure an internship should consult the internship postings listed on the Wildcat Online Recruiting Kit (commonly called "The W.O.R.K. Program") accessible on the Career Services Web site. Postings are also listed in the Career Services Office. Several academic departments also have internship listings posted. For more information regarding internships, consult the Career Services Web site: www.unh.edu/career-services or contact them at (603) 862-2010.

Cat's Cache

Computing and Information Services (CIS)

Training. A teaching/learning center in Hamilton Smith Hall provides students with a library of videotapes of the most popular software programs available in the student computing clusters. Students can borrow these videotapes free of charge. Each semester short courses are offered on a variety of topics. Register for a short course via the Web at training.unh.edu. Facilities with Dell pentium and Apple Macintosh systems can be reserved by faculty and students for hands-on training. For more information, call (603) 862-3667.

Purchase and repair.Students can purchase their own computers at the UNH Computer Store. The UNH Computer Store offers Apple, Dell, and Acer computers; Apple, Epsom, and Hewlett-Packard printers; and a variety of supplies, peripherals, and software at educational pricing to members of the UNH academic community. Warranty service and computer maintenance and repair are provided through the Computer Service Center. The UNH Computer Store and the Computer Service Center are located at the CIS Center, Hewitt Annex, 54 College Road.

CIS Help Desk and Dispatch Center. The CIS Help Desk provides UNH and USNH faculty, students, and staff with a centralized point of contact for computer-related questions and concerns. Telephone consulting is available at (603) 862-4242 to address inquiries on a variety of computer applications. Supported products include Macintosh and Windows compatible software, communications, and network products, Internet utilities, central computing applications, and USNH central administrative software applications. In addition to supporting applications, the Help Desk provides administration and support for all central UNH computer user accounts as well as assisting with problems connecting to the UNH central computer systems.

Walk-In Services. The CIS Help Desk coordinates Walk-In Services at the MUB, room 109. This convenient location offers kiosks for accessing e-mail, browsing the Web, and searching the CIS Knowledge Base. Staff are available to discuss issues related to computing at UNH; distribute central system (e-mail) accounts; reset passwords; provide virus scanning services, file conversion, disk/file repair and recovery. CD Loaner Kits are available for the distribution of the latest anti-virus software and network software programs used at UNH.

ResNet is UNH's Residential Network which provides a high-speed network connection for each student living in the residence halls and undergraduate apartments on campus. There are no monthly fees or time limits for using ResNet. There are minimum standards for hardware and software. For additional information, visit the ResNet site at www.unh.edu/resnet/.

UNHINFO. UNH's main Web server functions as the starting point to search for and find any on-line University information such as: events, jobs, courses, directories, departments, and much more. UNHINFO is accessible to any computer with a network connection, including the student computing centers, dorms, and Internet service providers, at www.unh.edu.

Disabilities, Services for Students

All students with disabilities who anticipate the need for services, should identify themselves and provide written documentation to UNH. Documentation should be provided to the Access Office: Support Services for Students with Disabilities, Room 118, Memorial Union Building, (603) 862-2607 (Voice/TTY), as soon as possible after acceptance, to assure accommodation of disability and smooth coordination of available services.

General Information for Students with Disabilities

2. Arrangements to move classes to accessible locations may be made by contacting the Access Office, (603) 862-2607 (Voice/TTY).

3. Arrangements for those students who qualify for priority registration (to be determined case-by-case, based on disability) may be made by contacting the Access Office, (603) 862-2607 (Voice/TTY).

4. Most major buildings have ramps. Many of the restroom facilities have been adapted for use by persons with disabilities. Many buildings now have elevators. Contact the Access Office, (603) 862-2607 (Voice/TTY) for information on classroom facilities.

5. Handicap Parking Permits for on-campus use may be obtained by contacting Parking Services, (603) 862-2630. Temporary Handicap Parking Permits are available for a limited time with an appropriate letter from a physician.

6. Special arrangements for students who need routine assistance can be made with University Health Services at (603) 862-1530. Types of assistance might include injections, examinations, laboratory tests, and medication management.

7. Food Service: University Hospitality Services may be contacted for information about dietary restrictions due to disability, or for special arrangements which are possible during periods of inclement weather at (603) 862-2583.

8. Housing: Early knowledge of students with disabilities who plan to live in campus residence halls will allow for arrangements to be made for appropriate room locations. Contact Housing at (603) 862-2120.

9. Transportation/HandiVan Service: UNH has specially equipped vans with lifts which transport students on campus and to locations along the Wildcat Transit Routes. Contact Parking Services for more information at (603) 862-2630.

10. Compliance: Concerns regarding the institution's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA, or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and specific complaints should be addressed to Donna Marie Sorrentino, ADA Section 504 Compliance Officer, Affirmative Action Office at (603) 862-2930 (Voice/TTY).

11. Foreign Language Requirement, College of Liberal Arts: All Bachelor of Arts candidates must fulfill the University's foreign language requirement by the sophomore year. (see Degree Requirements). A student with a documented disability who wishes accommodation on the basis that the disability will prevent him or her from successfully mastering a foreign language requirement, or whose foreign language requirement was waived in high school because of a documented disability, must contact the Access Office at (603) 862-2607 (Voice/TTY).

No otherwise qualified person may be excluded from or denied any program, course of study or any other offering of the university, solely on the basis of disability.

Greek Life at UNH

Anyone interested, or who may have questions/concerns around joining a Greek organization may contact the Office of Greek Affairs, located in the Memorial Union Building (MUB), by calling (603) 862-1002.

International Students and Scholars

The OISS staff provides counseling, information on University policies, administrative support, and referral services. A variety of social and educational programming activities are offered, including orientation for incoming students, faculty, and staff, and others designed to enhance student interaction with the broader community and provide opportunities for sharing in family events. For more information on programs and services, visit the OISS Web page at www.unh.edu/oiss. To schedule an appointment, call (603) 862-1508 or send e-mail to OISS@unh.edu.

All international students are encouraged to maintain contact with the OISS and are required by law to report changes of address, academic program, or source of educational funds.

Judicial Programs

Multicultural Student Affairs

In pursuit of this vision and mission, the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is dedicated to fostering the full participation of these student groups in all facets of the UNH community and assuring that they have equal and fair access to all academic, social, and recreational groups and activities. In addition, OMSA serves as an umbrella organization and assists in planning efforts to promote diversity and pluralism in all facets of campus life. It acts as an advocate for students and as a University liaison to various student organizations and offices, such as the Diversity Support Coalition, Mosaico, Black Student Union (BSU), United Asian Coalition (UAC), Native American Cultural Association (NACA), the Alliance (gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered student group), and Hillel (the Jewish student organization), among others.

OMSA is open to all students at the University. The office also assists the University in facilitating understanding, inclusion, and promotion of cultural and racial diversity. Social interaction is encouraged through structured programs that lead to opportunities for productive dialog. For more information, call OMSA at (603) 862-2050 or on the Web at www.unh.edu/omsa.

Nontraditional Student Services

To assure that the University and its activities respond to the needs, desires, and lives of nontraditional students, a Nontraditional Student Advisory Board provides active support to this student population in concert with the Nontraditional Student Intern. The intern works to enhance communication among students by various publications and informs, advises, and generally supports nontraditional students during their time at UNH.

In addition, the Nontraditional Student Organization (NTSO) in the Memorial Union, offers programs and provides lounge space in MUB 112. Students are encouraged to stop by for information, to study in the lounge, or to visit with other students.

President's Commission on the Status of Women

President's Commission on the Status of People of Color

President's Task Force on Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues

Established in 1992, the task force meets monthly during the academic year. Its membership includes gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and straight University faculty, staff and students who are appointed by the president. Students from the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and ally community who are interested in participating on the task force are encouraged to contact the chair. Call (603) 862-0545, or visit the task force's Web page at www.unh.edu/taskforce-glbt.

Police, University

Police department staff members participate in a number of programs for the UNH community including adopt-a-dorm and a women's self-defense program. The department also provides literature regarding crime prevention. On request, staff members will meet with groups to share precautions for increasing personal safety and protection of personal property. A walking patrol provides an escort service for students, faculty, and staff. Engraving pencils to inscribe identification numbers on property in case of theft are loaned free of charge to members of the campus community. To take advantage of any of these services, contact the University Police Department, (603) 862-1427.

Residential Life

The Residential Life staff includes a director, a team of 30 professional staff, and 30 resident assistants (RAs), who are a carefully selected group of undergraduate and graduate students. Each residence hall is staffed with at least one full-time professional and several resident assistants. The director of residential life also serves as the assistant vice president for student affairs. Consequently, all students receive special assistance from the Residential Life Office when seeking medical withdrawals or if they will be out of school for an extended period of time. In addition, Residential Life staff members often initiate responses to individual student emergencies. The assistant vice president also assumes coresponsibility for leadership development, establishing joint ventures with academic programs, orienting new students to the University, and educational and social programming. Students are welcome to stop by the Residential Life Office, located in 13A Hitchcock Hall, or to call for more information at (603) 862-2268.

Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP)

The SHARPP office is located at 202 Huddleston Hall. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The phone number for the crisis and administrative line is (603) 862-3494. After hours, crisis calls to the office are forwarded to UNH police dispatch. After hours, an advocate can be reached by dialing the crisis line, followed by 0. Callers need only provide a first name and phone number. An advocate will return the call immediately.

Student Affairs

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs provides leadership, management, and planning for the Division of Student Affairs departments and their programs and services. The office provides students with information, problem resolution, or referral. For more information or assistance, call the office at (603) 862-2053.

Student Life Office

The University mediation program provides students with an opportunity to resolve disputes beyond traditional processes. The program offers trained and neutral third parties who are not involved in the dispute to students who are in conflict, regarding issues arising out of relationships such as roommates, friendships, dating partners, neighbors, teammates, and members of organizations. These neutral third parties, usually student peer mediators, will facilitate communication between the disputing parties for the purpose of assisting them to identify the issues in conflict, to generate options for resolution, and ultimately assist in the development of their own solution to the dispute. The program is a larger component of an effort on the part of the Student Life Office to provide students with the opportunity to develop important life skills such as anger management, dispute resolution, and effective communication skills.

More information on the Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP) and Judicial Programs, important in upholding standards for the University community, is given on pages 10 and 11. Student Life oversees the Student Activity Fee Organization's business office in its accounting and financial advising for the SAF-funded organizations. At the end of each year, SAFO produces an annual report summarizing financial activities of each organization. Campus Scan brings together concerned community members to look at the campus climate affecting students.

The mission of the Student Affairs Research and Assessment Center is to provide the Division of Student Affairs, in particular, the campus community in general, and the profession of Student Affairs more broadly, with information that supports institutional planning, policy formation, and administrative decision-making; and that creates new knowledge. Through collaboration, staff conduct systematic research and assessment projects that expand the knowledge base about student progress and development, improve student programs and services, assess organization effectiveness, and determine whether the education, career, and personal goals of students are effectively being met. The following are examples of the activities of the Student Affairs Research and Assessment Center: creating surveys; collecting and analyzing student data beginning with pre-enrollment characteristics and continuing through follow-up studies of former students; analyzing trends in student behavior, attitudes, satisfaction, retention, and graduation; supporting the work of the Division of Student Affairs Directors as they conduct periodic evaluations to determine whether student programs and services are consistent with, and achieve, their stated objectives; and disseminating the findings of analytical studies to various audiences.

The Partnership for Social Action (PSA) provides students with connections for community services and service-learning opportunities a focus on a variety of human and environmental issues. A Web site (www.unh.edu/volunteer) links students, faculty, and staff with agencies and resources throughout the greater Seacoast area, state, and nation. Campus programs include visits to local group homes; e-mail mentoring relationships with rural elementary school students; tutoring area high school students; and working with Seacoast Reads, a reading partnership with local elementary schools. PSA partners with a number of local agencies, including the Volunteer Action Center of the United Way of the Greater Seacoast, and advises a number of campus community service-oriented student organizations, including Richardson House, ServCorps, ABC (Alternative Break Challenge), Circle K and Alpha Phi Omega.

Veterans Information

Writing Center

Although it is not an editing or proofreading service, UWC consultants will work with people who need help in learning to use grammar, punctuation, and writing conventions. The highly skilled staff works with undergraduates on papers and projects, with graduate students on their essays and theses, and with staff and faculty members on projects ranging from grant proposals to journal articles. The Writing Center operates on both a referral basis and a walk-in basis. For further information or to make an appointment, call (603) 862-3272.

Health Services

Medical Services

During the regular academic year, Health Services is staffed by full-time, board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and medical assistants. Full-time registered nurses are certified in college health. Visits with physicians or nurse practitioners are by appointment. Students who have a medical problem requiring immediate attention will be assessed by a nurse who will determine if the student needs to see a practitioner at that time or can wait for a later appointment time.

Office of Health Education and Promotion

Health and Counseling Fee

Health Insurance

Health Record Requirement

Fees and Expenses

	In-state residents	Non-residents
Tuition	$5,770	$14,840
Fees	86	86
Recreational fee	259	259
Memorial Union fee	238	238
Student athletic fee	526	526
Health and counseling fee	416	416
Technology fee	100	100
Subtotal of required expenses	$7,395	$16,465
Room and Board
Double Room	3,057	3,057
19 meals/wk.	2,096	2,096
Subtotal	$5,153	$5,153
Estimated Expenses	3002	3332
(to cover books, supplies, transportation, misc.)
Total Estimate	$15,550	$24,950
Optional Fees
Health Insurance	720	720
Parents Association Sponsorship	35	35

Tuition

Students are permitted to enroll for more than 20 credits only with the approval of their college or school dean. After midsemester, persons carrying more than 20 credits will be billed a per-credit fee of $240 for each credit above 20 for resident students and $618 for nonresident students, whether or not a student has obtained the dean's approval. (No refund will be made if a student subsequently drops a course, bringing the credits to 20 or fewer.) Resident undergraduates registering for fewer than 12 credits pay $240 per credit hour, plus a registration fee of $15 per semester. Nonresident undergraduates registering for fewer than 12 credits pay $618 per credit hour, plus a registration fee of $15 per semester. The minimum charge for any recorded course is $240 for residents and $618 for nonresidents.

Tuition differential charges apply to some majors. Students majoring in engineering (chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical) and computer science will be charged a tuition differential of $192 for both resident and nonresident students per academic year. Students in these programs (both resident and nonresident) who register for fewer than 12 credits pay a differential tuition of $8 per credit hour. Whittemore School majors are subject to a tuition differential surcharge of $314 for both resident and nonresident students per academic year.

All admitted students must pay an enrollment fee--$300 for residents and nonresidents. The enrollment fee, less $150 (to cover new student services such as orientation, preregistration, and record preparation), will be credited to the tuition bill. If a student decides not to attend the University, these payments may be refunded on a prorated basis until August 15, according to the guidelines set by the Office of Admissions.

Three-fourths of tuition charges will be refunded to students withdrawing or dropping courses within one week of the first day of classes; one-half after one week and within 30 days; and none thereafter (see the University Calendar). Students receiving federal financial aid will have their return of unearned aid calculated in accordance with the U.S. Department of Education regulations in effect at the time of their withdrawal. For more information concerning withdrawal, call Business Services (603) 862-2230. A degree candidate who withdraws from UNH and subsequently enrolls as a special student within the following year will be billed for tuition and fees on the same basis as degree candidates. Students with outstanding financial obligations to the University must clear their accounts before their registration will be confirmed.

A $25 fee must be paid by all students dropping courses after the third Friday of classes. The $25 fee will not be charged to persons changing to a reduced load or withdrawing; in both of these cases, the regular tuition rebate policy will apply. If a student has received permission to add a course after the third Friday of classes, a $25 fee will be assessed for each course added. A change of section within the same course is accomplished by a "drop" of one section and an "add" of another; however, only one $25 fee is assessed under these circumstances.

Fees

There are no waivers or refunds of these fees. The services and facilities are available to all--the extent to which each student uses them cannot be the factor by which assessment is determined.

Participants in intercollegiate athletics are required to purchase the student accident and sickness insurance or demonstrate proof of comparable insurance to the respective athletic department. The 2000-2001 cost for student accident and sickness insurance was $720 for a full calendar year.

A $35 contribution may be included to sponsor the Parents Association.

Mandatory Fees Include:
Recreation Fee
Use of indoor pool at the field house
Use of athletic facilities at the Whittemore Center, which includes:

Health Services Fee
For information on health services under Fees and Expenses.

Memorial Union Fee
For more information on the Memorial Union Building see the heading earlier in this section.

Athletic Fee
Admittance to all home games of organized sports at UNH
Financial support for athletes and athletic teams

Activity Fee
Support for the following organizations:

Technology Fee
Support for the following:

Room and Board

New students accepting a space on campus must include a $200 housing deposit with a signed application; for returning students, the deposit is $500. Written notification of cancellation of the room application or assignment received before August 15 will result in forfeiture of the deposit only. Written notification of cancellation after August 15 and before Friday of the first week of class will result in a charge of one-fourth of the full semester's housing fee.

If the student fails to occupy the assigned room by Friday of the first week of class or cancels the agreement by mutual consent, or if for disciplinary or nonrenewal actions the agreement is canceled, the student will receive a 75 percent refund of the semester's housing fee. Cancellation after the first Friday of classes and before thirty days after registration will result in a 50 percent refund of the semester's housing fee. Cancellation thirty days after registration will result in no refund of the housing fee. Students who check in or move in to a hall or apartment, move out, and do not withdraw from the University are charged the full housing fee. If the agreement is canceled, the total amount of the housing deposit will be applied against any unpaid University charges.

Refunds on board plans will be granted only on approved waivers or withdrawal from the University. Cancellation of a meal plan before semester opening will result in a 100 percent refund; after semester opening but before the end of the first week of the semester, 75 percent refund; and after the end of the first week but before the end of the fourth week, 50 percent refund. Refunds after the fourth week through the end of the twelfth week will be based on the remaining food cost portion of the meal plan. No refunds will be made after the end of the twelfth week. Generally, rebates will not be allowed for missed meals except in the case of illness.

Rebates

Deposits and Course Fees

Other Expenses

Payment