NH high school seniors could get direct admissions into three state colleges

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By Mrinali Dhembla

October 3, 2024

The University of New Hampshire, Plymouth State and Keene State Colleges announced a pilot program that would allow high school seniors across the state to qualify for direct admission without going through an application process.

The universities recently announced partnership with a private program called Niche Direct Admissions for the 2024-2025 admission year. The online platform offers direct admissions to 110 colleges across the country, including three in Massachusetts and two in Maine, one in Connecticut, and one in Rhode Island.

To participate in the free program, students need to make a profile on Niche, and enter their grades and scores. If university requirements are met, students will automatically qualify for admission without having to undergo the traditional process of writing essays, filling out applications and sending letters of recommendation.

“We believe direct admission will become the primary way most students enroll in college within the next five years,” said Luke Skurman, founder and CEO of Niche.

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Mrinali Dhembla

Based in Manchester, Mrinali Dhembla is Granite Post's multimedia reporter. She's previously worked as deputy editor at The Keene Sentinel, and has experience writing for many national and international publications. When not doing journalism, she likes to cook food (and eat it).

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