NHCA's Academic Pathway
New Hampshire Career Academy (NHCA) is redefining how education meets the moment for New Hampshire students. We exist at the intersection of education and workforce development, creating direct pathways from the classroom to the state’s most in-demand careers.
Through a close collaboration with the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) and partnerships with employers across the state, NHCA aligns education with opportunity. Students complete high school requirements while earning college degrees or industry credentials in fields such as healthcare, technology, advanced manufacturing, and business.
Along the way, they gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional confidence that prepare them to thrive in whatever comes next, continuing their education, entering the workforce, or both.
Career Academy not only opens doors for our students but also fosters the collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach needed to address our state’s workforce gaps. The benefits of this model ripple into every community across New Hampshire as our students chart new courses that strengthen local economies, uplift families, and build a brighter future for us all.
By bridging education and employment, NHCA is developing the next generation of skilled talent, strengthening communities across New Hampshire, and ensuring that the future of our workforce starts here, at home.
Admission and Tuition
New Hampshire Career Academy is a public charter school and is free to attend to NH residents. Through educational adequacy funding from the state, in addition to contributions from generous donors, corporations, and foundations, we are able to cover our operating costs and all tuition costs for our students.
Did You Know?
Six of the ten hardest-to-fill positions are in technical fields.
Roughly 50% of career-oriented learners are in programs like those offered at NHCA.
Twice as many parents are satisfied with internship opportunities for career-ready students.
The Importance of Dual Degree Programs
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High school should prepare students for what’s next, but too many are left unprepared for the demands of college or the workforce. That’s where New Hampshire Career Academy steps in, giving students the chance to graduate with a high school diploma and an Associate Degree or vocational certificate—completely free of cost.
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Research backs it up: Dual-enrollment programs help students succeed. Studies show they:
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Save Time: Students earn college credits while finishing high school, getting a head start on their future.
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Perform Better: Dual-enrollment students go on to earn higher college GPAs.
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Achieve More: These programs boost college completion rates and give students a stronger start.
With the growing need for skilled workers in technical fields and rising education costs, NHCA removes barriers and opens doors. By combining education and opportunity, we’re helping students build brighter futures—for themselves and their communities.