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The creative liberal arts college, Chester College of New England welcomes you to explore the abundance of opportunities for all who choose this wonderful institution of higher learning. We are an affordable liberal arts college of excellence, with a focus on the arts, and a college of choice for students seeking small classes where creativity abounds.

Nestled in beautiful and historic Chester, New Hampshire, Chester College of New England offers our students a place to learn in a unique, creative environment to reach their true potential. In this inspiring living and learning environment, our students will have the opportunity to be creative and learn from a gifted, dedicated and creative faculty.

From its beginning in 1965, our founding president, Dr. Faith Preston, fulfilled her dream of starting a college that was focused on the personal and academic growth of each individual. Our College continues to uphold the dream of our first president to provide our students with a special place that fosters excellence and creativity and where respect for all prevails. Our dynamic programs in the creative and professional arts support Chester College’s commitment to the liberal arts. Students will engage in lively discussions, exhibit their work and benefit from critiques of faculty and visiting artists and writers.

Our students learn from our distinguished faculty of practicing artists and media professionals who will provide them with the personalized attention they need as they work toward graduation and success in the future. With high expectations for all, our faculty will uphold the standards of Chester College as they encourage their students to strive for high levels of personal achievement and to meet their personal and professional goals.

Respecting our history and with confidence in our future, we at Chester College of New England invite you to become part of this rich tradition and inspirational learning community. I personally invite you to 40 Chester Street in beautiful Chester, New Hampshire to discover a special place that has been making dreams come true for our students for over forty years.

Bob Baines