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Earn Your Diploma and an Associate's Degree...for Free!
With NHCA, you can earn a college degree while still in high school - at no cost to you.
Does this checklist describe you?
If so, you're eligible to apply!
New Hampshire Resident
High school student with at least 15 credits
Under 21 years old
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2025!
What is NH Career Academy?
NH Career Academy (NHCA) is a public charter school funded by a State of New Hampshire grant in partnership with the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH). That means eligible NH high school students can attend at no cost—including tuition, fees, and books.
Through NHCA, students complete their high school requirements while earning industry-recognized certificates or college credits—helping them jump-start their careers or continue to a four-year degree.
Why NHCA?
Fast-track your future with NH Career Academy. Earn a high school diploma and a tuition-free Associate's degree - setting you up for success in less time and at no cost.
Graduate with a Head Start
Earn college credits while finishing high school
No Cost, Big Opportunity
100% tuition-free for New Hampshire students under 21
Career-Ready Pathways
Gain in-demand skills that employers value
Courses Offered
Biotechnology
Business Studies
Cybersecurity
Graphic Design
Veterinary Technology
And more!
Our Campuses
New Hampshire Career Academy currently operates at three community college campuses across New Hampshire.
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