Challenging Academically Talented Students (CATS) Program

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Tuition and Fees

The CATS tuition rate is $300 per credit hour. Most pre-approved undergraduate courses tend to be 4 credit hours, resulting in a tuition cost of $1,200 per course. Tuition does not include associated fees including but not limited to registration, technology, student services, course specific labs, course materials, and potential tax liability.

Policies and Procedures

Eligible high school students are able to take up to two (2) UNH classes per semester in their junior and/or senior year. Course availability for CATS students is limited to the classes listed within our pre-approved list on this website each semester, and acceptance into the CATS program does not ensure enrollment as priority registration opens first to matriculated UNH students. Even though a course may be listed as pre-approved on our website, the course may not have any more seats available.

*Seats fill on a first-come, first-served basis and courses may become unavailable once filled. Early registration is recommended. Courses not included on the pre-approved list may be requested while applying, but are contingent upon approval from UNH faculty and staff that the student must obtain independently.