New England College
📍 Campus Location
Henniker, New Hampshire
Address: 98 Bridge Street, Henniker, NH 03242
🎓 Program Details
Degree Level: Master's
Program Length: 20 - 24 months (4 months / semester)
All Programs are EXECUTIVE-LEVEL
Programs Offered:
• Executive MBA
• Executive MBA Healthcare Management
• Executive MS Artificial Intelligence (STEM)
• Executive MS Data Science and Analytics (STEM)
• Executive MS Health Informatics (STEM)
• Executive MS IT Cybersecurity (STEM)
• Executive MS IT Project Management (STEM)
💰 Tuition & Fee Breakdown
Program
Duration
Estimated Cost
Executive MBA
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MBA Healthcare Management
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MS Artificial Intelligence (STEM)
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MS Data Science and Analytics (STEM)
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MS Health Informatics (STEM)
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MS IT Cybersecurity (STEM)
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
Executive MS IT Project Management (STEM)
20-24 months
$17,460 - $19,400
🏆 THIRD MOST AFFORDABLE
New England College offers one of the lowest tuition costs: $17,460 - $19,400 total. It’s the 3rd cheapest among all 17 universities (after Indiana Wesleyan $16,970).
Saves $7,000–18,000 vs. average programs, and $81,000+ compared to doctoral programs.
📝 Application Requirements
Eligibility & CPT Information
CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: Must have US Master’s degree OR 3 years of US work experience.
Exception: Case-by-case review available (e.g., H4 visa holders with 9 years international experience).
Contact: Stephanie (sziscal@nec.edu)
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Max Transferable Credits: 6
🗣️ English Proficiency
Waive Policy: US degree or Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter accepted.
📂 Application Checklist
✅ Online Application Form
✅ Official Transcript (Evaluation Required)
✅ Resume
✅ Passport
✅ Financial Proof (Affidavit Letter / Pay Stub)
✅ Job Offer Before Application
Not Required:
❌ Application Fee ($0)
❌ Recommendation Letters
❌ Statement of Purpose
❌ Interview
💰 Financial Requirements
Minimum Balance Required: $24,505 USD
• $12,498 must be liquid; remaining $12,007 can include credit
• Bank statement dated within 12 months
• Additional: $5,000 (first dependent), $3,000 (each additional)
• Pay stubs and investment accounts accepted
❌ Not accepted: 401(k), fixed deposits, unsigned loans
💡 Key Features
• 3rd Most Affordable: $17,460–$19,400
• All Executive-Level Programs for professionals
• 5 STEM-eligible programs
• Healthcare-focused MBAs and MS programs
• No application fee
• Based in scenic New Hampshire (Henniker)
🏛️ Program Structure - Executive Focus
• All programs “Executive” level – tailored for professionals
• Emphasis on work-life balance and networking
• Flexible 20–24 month duration
🌍 Location Benefits
• Henniker, NH: Small town with access to major Northeast job markets
• 90 miles from Boston, 150 miles from NYC
• Lower cost of living
📑 Application Process Summary
• No application fee
• Job offer required
• No recommendation letters or SOP
• Strict financial verification process
📊 Comparison to Other Universities
Cost Comparison (Master’s):
• Indiana Wesleyan: $16,970 (Cheapest)
• New England: $17,460–$19,400 (3rd Cheapest)
• Avila: $18,288 | Concordia: $21,000 | McDaniel: $21,000
Eligibility Comparison:
• NEC: Requires US Master’s OR 3 years US work (restrictive)
• McDaniel: Requires job offer
• Curry: CPT delayed for new F1s
⚠️ Critical Limitations
1. Must have US Master’s degree OR 3 years US work
2. Strict financial documentation ($24,505 minimum)
3. Job offer required before applying
🎯 Ideal For
• Experienced professionals in the US
• US Master’s degree holders
• Applicants with 3+ years US work experience
• Those seeking affordable, executive programs
• Healthcare & tech specialization seekers
• Students preferring no interviews or essays
🚫 NOT Ideal For
• Recent international graduates (no US experience)
• Students without a job offer
• Applicants unable to meet strict financial requirements