Granite State College is one of the four institutions of the University System of New Hampshire, New Hampshire's public university system. 50 years ago, Granite State College embraced a powerful goal: no matter where you live, no matter your age or income, if you’re motivated to pursue a college education, you should have access to it. Since 1972, this has been our purpose. Our primary mission is to serve as the system's statewide college for adults, in addition to being New Hampshire's leader in delivering online education. We consistently earn recognition from U.S. News & World report for best online bachelor's programs. We offer associate, bachelor's, master's degrees, graduate certificates, and post-baccalaureate teacher certification programs. By offering degree programs in high-demand fields, alongside flexible scheduling, Granite State College makes it possible for adult students to balance the responsibilities of work, family, and service while earning a college degree.