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Salem State University
Salem State University is a medium, public institution located in Salem, ma. Founded in 1854, Salem State University offers undergraduate degrees in 112 majors.
Key stats
4 Year, Public
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4,592 undergraduates
$11,978 undergraduate tuition
Admissions
Will I get into Salem State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.
Acceptance rate
92.7%
SAT score average
1110
ACT score average
N/A
Average high school GPA
3.25
Application fee
$50
Key deadlines
June
30
58 days away
FAFSA® deadline
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November
15
196 days away
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Academics
The degree program or major you pursue is major! Salem State University is known for one of its top majors: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. Their student-faculty ratio is 12:1.
Graduation rate
Retention Rate
12
:1
Student to faculty ratio
Popular degree programs
Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management
Languages and Literature
Popular majors
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Psychology, General
Social Work
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Biology, General
Accounting and Related Services
Annual tuition & cost
In state
Undergraduate tuition
$11,978
Additional expenses
Room & board
$14,954
Books & supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$1,784
Cost of attendance*
$29,916
Out of state
Undergraduate tuition
$18,961
Additional expenses
Room & board
$14,954
Books & supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$1,784
Cost of attendance*
$36,899
June 30 FAFSA® deadline
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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.
Student population
Who’s going to be there? Salem State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,592, with gender binary students split 34% male and 66% female.
Total enrollment
6,239Enrollment by gender
Male
Female
Enrollment & ethnicity
White %
40%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
17%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
32%
Student type
Full-time
Living on campus
International
Campus life
Campus info
Popular clubs & activities
Student government association
Program council
Residence hall association
Multicultural student association
International student association
Athletics
NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
Greek life
Female
Male
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to common questions about Salem State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.
Where is Salem State University?
Salem State University is located in Salem, ma.
What is the acceptance rate at Salem State University?
The acceptance rate for Salem State University is 93%.
What’s the average GPA for Salem State University?
The average high school GPA for Salem State University students was 3.25.
How much does it cost for 4 years at Salem State University?
The estimated cost for 4 years at Salem State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $119,664.
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