…as graduates hail from 48 states; Washington, D.C.; Guam; Puerto Rico; the U.S. Virgin Islands; and 19 other countries around the world. Wes Moore—a decorated combat veteran, author of five…

Our galleries showcase the diverse work—from fine arts to large installations—of NEC students and visiting artists.

…arts, music, literature, and the sciences. The result was a building she underwrote and built as a permanent educational institution in the center of the city. Today, French Hall is…

Members of the greater Manchester community and beyond can enjoy art exhibitions, classes, and workshops at no or low cost.

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…and Workshops border-bottom 18 default Art at French Overview Since it was introduced in September 2023, Art at French has enriched the Manchester, New Hampshire, community with numerous art exhibitions,…

…“Younger American Poets” feature) and is the recipient of a Slovenian Writer’s Association Fellowship, which sponsored a month-long writing residency in the country’s capital city of Ljubljana. Currently an Associate…

positionLeft by Michael Rupp, Assistant Director of Athletics Communications “I started skiing when I was nine.” Abby Duffy (Psychology and Criminal Justice ’26) of the New England College alpine skiing…

…a snowstorm—and began eighth grade. When I was ready to look at colleges, I specifically looked for schools that offered affordable applications. NEC was one of those schools, and they…

…nonprofit she founded, in Chicago. Back in 2005, though, Betts was working as a touring poet and wanted to deepen her craft. She joined NEC’s MFA in Creative Writing program….

New Hampshire is a playground. In Henniker, you’re minutes from snow sports at Pats Peak, you have access to rivers and trails, right on campus, and there is plenty of space to just get away from it all. Pair that with the best education and you’ll find your home at NEC.

…by U.S. News & World Report, New Hampshire stands out for its exceptional quality of life. Read More https://www.nec.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ultimate-College-Destination-Flyer_v3_For-UG.pdf btn btn-black-opacity arrow arrow-red Ultimate College Destination active 320 Contact Us…

At the Institute of Art and Design at NEC, we are a tight-knit community of creative thinkers, artists, designers, writers, actors, and art educators in a region that is full of opportunity and inspiration. We will help you take your skill beyond the next level—with people, experiences, and collaboration that will shape you, your craft, and your future. 

…as a creative. IAD places you in close proximity to Boston, New York City, and Montreal, where students travel at various times of the year to visit art galleries, museums,…

…nonprofit she founded, in Chicago. Back in 2005, though, Betts was working as a touring poet and wanted to deepen her craft. She joined NEC’s MFA in Creative Writing program….