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Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies (quine Assisted Activities and Therapies Option)

University of New Hampshire - Durham Campus

USA,New Hampshire

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 35,290/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, New Hampshire

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1866

Total Students: 15,400 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

105 Main St, Durham, NH 03824, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies (quine Assisted Activities and Therapies Option)

Program Overview

This option is designed for:

Students interested in a teaching therapeutic riding or other equine-assisted activities and therapies.
Students interested in an administrative career at a center conducting equine-assisted activities and therapies, such as fundraising, volunteer coordination, or management for a therapeutic riding center.

This option includes classes in equine studies, equine-assisted activities and therapies, non-profit organizations, and topics related to human development and special needs. Students also prepare and test for PATH International instructor certification, which allows them to teach therapeutic riding at any PATH International operating center.

In addition to the standard core courses for all Equine Studies majors, students in Equine Management take courses in human anatomy and physiology, agricultural business management and non-profit management, equine-assisted activities, therapeutic riding instruction, equine management, and equine conformation. Students then select 20 approved credits to allow them to focus in the areas most relevant to their desired career. Those courses may include classes in equine training, riding instruction, sign language, human development, and education.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 35,290 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of New Hampshire - Durham Campus

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 1,175.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
University of New Hampshire – Scholarships Trustee's Scholarship Chancellor's Scholarship Presidential Scholarship Dean's Scholarship Director's Scholarship Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship Transfer Distinction Scholarship Paul Scholars Program	University of New Hampshire – Scholarships Trustee's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA of 4.01 or higher Chancellor's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.90 and 4.00 Presidential Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.70 and 3.89 Dean's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.50 and 3.69 Director's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.10 and 3.49 Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship: awarded to transfer students with 24 transferable credits and a GPA of 3.50 or higher Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship: awarded to transfer students who have completed an associate degree, have 24 transferable credits, and a GPA of 3.50 or higher Transfer Distinction Scholarship: awarded to transfer students with 24 transferable credits and a GPA of 3.50 or higher Paul Scholars Program: offered to high-achieving students admitted to the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics; no separate application is needed LINK: https://www.unh.edu/financialaid/types-aid/scholarships	University of New Hampshire – Scholarships Trustee's Scholarship: amount is $14,000 for non-residents and $9,000 for NH residents Chancellor's Scholarship: amount is $12,000 for non-residents and $7,000 for NH residents Presidential Scholarship: amount is $9,000 for non-residents and $5,000 for NH residents Dean's Scholarship: amount is $7,000 for non-residents and $3,000 for NH residents Director's Scholarship: amount is $5,000 for non-residents and $1,000 for NH residents Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship: amount is $3,000 annually ($1,500 per semester) Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship: amount is $5,000 annually ($2,500 per semester) Transfer Distinction Scholarship: amount is $3,000 annually ($1,500 per semester) Paul Scholars Program: amount varies

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.