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Chester College of New England

40 Chester St, Chester, NH 03036

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Chester College of New England is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher education that offers the Bachelor of Arts degree. The College grants the Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Photography and Media Arts, Creative Writing, Professional Writing, and Interdisciplinary Arts.

Chester College of New England embraces the idea that the liberal arts are essential to lifelong education, as well as being the foundation of all creative and professional endeavors. All degree candidates must satisfactorily complete the general education core curriculum, which includes courses from the liberal and creative arts.

Nestled in beautiful and historic Chester, New Hampshire, Chester College of New England offers our students a place to learn in a unique, creative environment to reach their true potential. In this inspiring living and learning environment, our students will have the opportunity to be creative and learn from a gifted, dedicated and creative faculty.

Our students learn from our distinguished faculty of practicing artists and media professionals who will provide them with the personalized attention they need as they work toward graduation and success in the future. With high expectations for all, our faculty will uphold the standards of Chester College as they encourage their students to strive for high levels of personal achievement and to meet their personal and professional goals.

Extra-curricular programs at Chester College of New England are designed to enhance and enrich the learning experience. Students are expected to be active members of the campus community, both in and out of the classroom. The Student Services office is organized to help facilitate numerous student programs and activities that complement the classroom experience and that provide positive creative, cultural, athletic and social activities for all students.

As there are no varsity athletics on campus, sports activities are informal. The College's extensive campus provides students with ample space for games of ultimate Frisbee, kickball, flag football, soccer, basketball and volleyball, which occur throughout the year. The entire college community may also take full advantage of the nature trails on campus.

In addition to the activities available on campus, the surrounding region provides students with further recreational opportunities. Chester College of New England is situated in an area that is resplendent with natural beauty: Nearby Lake Massabesic features sailboats in the warmer months and ice fishing huts in the winter, while the picturesque White Mountains lie within an hour’s drive, and New Hampshire's historic coastline is forty minutes away. Cities within a hour’s drive include: Portland, Maine, named one of the top 25 art cities in the country; and Boston, with its clubs, museums, and galleries.

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Chester College of New England

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Chester College of New England is a bachelor's degree-granting college that provides a foundation in the liberal arts and the fine arts, complemented by majors in the professional arts. Located in Chester, New Hampshire, the degree programs include fine art, graphic design, photography and media arts, creative writing, professional writing, and interdisciplinary arts. Minors are offered in photojournalism, creative writing, professional writing-publishing and illustration.

The college was founded in 1965 as White Pines College by Faith Preston, Ed.D., who sought to create a post-secondary learning environment that focused on the needs of the individual student in a way that larger institutions could not. The name was changed in 2002 when the college expanded from a 2-year program to a 4-year college.

The college features a low student-to-faculty ratio (12:1), artist- and writer-in-residence programs, and a program of guest lectures, exhibitions, art and photography exhibits, internships, and relationships with professional associations.

On June 30, 2007, Dr. William Nevious stepped down as the college's president after five years at the helm. Nevious was credited with orchestrating unprecedented growth during his time at Chester College. On June 22, former Manchester Mayor Robert Baines was named interim president. He served half a year before announcing his intention to remain as permanent president. He is now beginning his second year at Chester College of New England .

Notable faculty include published authors David Crouse (former faculty) and Robert W. Crawford (former faculty), as well as Christina Pitsch and Darrell Matsumoto.

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Quick Facts

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Location:
Northeast
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
188
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
78%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 14,430
Students Receiving Aid:
81%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 35
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Chester College of New England Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 78%
Part-Time 22%
Men vs. Women
Women 68%
Men 32%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 83%
Other 17%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0%
African-American 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 71%
Out-of-State 29%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
New Hampshire 71%
Massachusetts 10%
Maine 9%
Vermont 5%
California 1%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 53%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Expenses

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 14,430    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 13,900    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 530    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,885 40%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 813 23%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 3,250 38%  
Student Loans:
 $ 9,820 79%  
Any Aid:
   81%  

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 35.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Not Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Recommended

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