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Salem State University
Salem State University
SALEM, MA . 4 Year 3.4
#2294 in Best Colleges in America
352 LAFAYETTE ST SALEM, MA 01970

Overview

Located in historic Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State University is a traditional and modern public university ideally situated just 30 minutes from Boston.With six colleges and more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs in popular fields such as nursing, education, business, arts and sciences, Salem State has a strong reputation for its teacher education and nursing programs, and focuses on hands-on learning through internships with many Boston-area businesses, hospitals, and public agencies to help students connect with the world of work.Located on the waterfront, the campus offers a beautiful environment that blends history and culture with a strong learning environment.Small class sizes, personalized support services, and a diverse and inclusive campus culture allow students to develop themselves while pursuing academic excellence.Whether you are preparing for a career or aiming for further study, this is a solid and reliable place to start.

Rankings

  • 420

    #420 in Best College Locations in America

  • 2

    #2 6 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 451

    #451 in Best Value Colleges in America

  • Best College Locations in America 420 of 1,527
  • Best Value Colleges in America 451 of 1,482
  • Most Diverse Colleges in America 693 of 1,517

Academics

  • CAcademics
  • B+Value
  • A Diversity
  • C Campus
  • C Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • CProfessors
  • B+Location
  • CDorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Psychology
    148 Graduates
  • Nursing
    146 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    101 Graduates
  • Accounting
    73 Graduates
  • Business
    73 Graduates
  • Early Childhood Education
    69 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    57 Graduates
  • Biology
    45 Graduates
  • Healthcare Management
    44 Graduates
  • Marketing
    44 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 90%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $50
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1010-1160
  • ACT Range
    19-23
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,673
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    93%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    57%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    4,234 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    1,321
  • Undergrads Over 25
    17%
  • Pell Grant
    43%
  • Varsity Athletes
    6%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    11:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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