The University System of New Hampshire is the largest provider of postsecondary education in the Granite State. With approximately 32,000 enrolled students annually and more than 90,000 alumni living in state, the institutions of the University System - the University of New Hampshire - Durham, the University of New Hampshire School of Law, the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, Plymouth State University, Keene State College, and Granite State College - have a direct impact on hundreds of thousands of New Hampshire citizens every year.

In concert with our commitment to teaching, our community outreach and service programs expand knowledge and have a positive impact on the state, and our research efforts add insight and understanding to subjects as varied as air quality, economic development, family health, teacher training, and ocean mapping.

Mission

The mission of the University System of New Hampshire is to serve the higher educational needs of the people of New Hampshire. The University System strives to assure the availability of appropriate higher educational opportunities to all New Hampshire people; seeks to enroll a diverse student population to enhance educational experiences; and provides programs and activities based on a commitment to excellence. Through its institutions, the University System engages in research which contributes to the welfare of humanity and provides educational resources and professional expertise which benefit the state and its people, the region and the nation.

Vision

The University System of New Hampshire is one of the smallest public university systems in the United States, but our vision is to be the very best small university system in the country. We seek to achieve this vision by:
 

1. being truly student oriented.
2. being truly committed to excellence in selected programs and services.
3. being efficient and effective in the use of our resources through partnerships, both internal and external.
4. being widely recognized as a valued partner to the people and communities of our state.

Values

The University System of New Hampshire is a community of colleges and universities with a shared commitment to values that support a culture of respect, trust, mutual understanding, and healthy relationships.  Our values are the constant and immutable guide to all our decisions and actions and are reflected in the policies, practices, and cultures across the university system.  Our values are:

• Respect for the rights, differences, and dignity of others
• Honesty, integrity, openness, and transparency in all dealings
• Freedom of inquiry, deliberation, and expression
• Conscientious service to the citizens, communities, and state of New Hampshire
• Accountability for actions, performance, and conduct
• Collective responsibility for the health, safety, and well-being of all

Through those values we accomplish our mission, realize our vision, and create a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, and visitors.

Statement of Diversity and Inclusion

The University System of New Hampshire Board of Trustees is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion on the Board and throughout the University System and each of its component institutions. We embrace and encourage the differences in age, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our trustees, employees, students, and alumni unique. All members of the USNH community have a responsibility to treat others with dignity and respect.