Create the unexpected
Explore the edge of passion, daring, intellect, power and poetry. Push your body, your voice and your spirit. Engage with humanity — its history and its possibilities. Imagine your creativity at the University of New Hampshire.
What will you study?
Study the arts at UNH and thrive. Our students fly when they dance, make magic when they sing and reimagine the world with their brush and canvas. Expand your worldview by studying abroad and extend your reach by participating in the Undergraduate Research Conference.
Get the Facts
$250k+
Designated support for fine &
performing arts majors
276
fine & performing arts majors
33
student-run arts organizations
160
annual public performances & exhibits
Extracurricular Arts
The Arts are for Everyone.
You don’t have to major in the arts to live and breathe them at UNH. Marching band, jazz bands, concert bands, orchestras, choirs, plays and dance are open to all students.
Do You Like To Sing A Cappella?
Are you ready to direct a play? Do you want to publish a literary and art magazine? You can do all of these things and more in student-run arts organizations.
Expand Your Horizons.
The seacoast region is home to numerous art galleries, theaters and performance spaces. The train connects vibrant arts communities from Boston to Portland.
Museums
The Museum of Art at UNH inspires and engages through exhibitions, hands-on study, and educational programs. As an art student, you might find yourself exhibiting your own work here!
University Museum
Located in the Dimond Library, the University Museum draws on library collections to make UNH and New Hampshire history come alive. It offers an eclectic mix of other exhibits — from pop-up books to fly fishing.
