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ACCEPTANCE RATE

88.16%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

75%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

24:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

168

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,888

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Culinary Arts Program

The culinary arts program at Southern New Hampshire University prepares students for a career as an executive chef, restaurateur, food and beverage manager, food writer, research chef, or a culinary educator. The program focuses on cooking related services in restaurants and other commercial food establishments. Program courses include: recipe and menu planning, preparing and cooking foods, supervising and training kitchen assistants, managing food supplies and kitchen resources, food presentation, and a variety of cuisines and culinary techniques. Get more details below including other New Hampshire colleges that offer culinary arts program.

Southern New Hampshire University

12 Interchange Dr, West Lebanon, NH

Southern New Hampshire University is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Manchester, New Hampshire, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,000 students are enrolled yearly at Southern New Hampshire University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SNHU offers:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Social Sciences
  • Education
  • English Language And Literature

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to this school score in-between 1310 to 1620 on the SAT exam. SNHU has an acceptance rate of about 84 percent of which only 23 percent chose to enroll.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $8,200 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Southern New Hampshire University Penmen participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.snhu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern New Hampshire University has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Associate's Degree11
Bachelor's Degree17

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male5
Female23

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Black2
White23
Unknown2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Culinary Arts program at Southern New Hampshire University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Chefs and Head Cooks

Description

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chefs and head cooks employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.9% from 2014 to 2024

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.

Cooks, Private Household

Description

Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.

Cooks, Restaurant

Description

Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu, or plan menu.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cooks, restaurant employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Southern New Hampshire University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Southern New Hampshire University may offer services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Southern New Hampshire University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Northeast 10 Conference)
  • Basketball (Northeast 10 Conference)
  • Track and Field (Northeast 10 Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports