Salem State College is a public school that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Salem, MA, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately nine thousand students are enrolled yearly at Salem State College.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school score in a range of 1330 to 1620 on the SAT exam. 57% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 31% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at salemstate.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $8,400 and nonresidents pay $15,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,900 per year. Students attending Salem State College may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.
The Salem State College "Vikings" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.salemstate.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Salem State College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Salem State College is around 9,200 students, with undergraduate students making up about 81% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $910-$1,100
- Out-of-State: $7,100-$8,460
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $340-$410 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $420-$510 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $6,082 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 77% | $7,646 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Salem State College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Salem State College is around 46%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 22% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 17% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Salem State College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
- Basketball (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Salem State College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Aquaculture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biomedical Science (B)
- Marine Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biology (B)
- Molecular Biology (B)
- Environmental Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, C, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Human Resources (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Management Science (B)
- Accounting and Finance (B)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Financial Planning (C)
- International Business (B)
- Tourism and Travel Services Management (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Advertising (B)
- Journalism (B)
- Multimedia (B)
- Media Studies (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (B, M)
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Special Education (C, M)
- Higher Education Administration (M)
- ESL (C, M)
- Guidance Counselor (C, M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (M)
- History Teacher Education (M)
- Spanish Language Teacher Education (B, M)
- Art Teacher Education (B, M)
- Physical Education (B, M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (C, M)
- Secondary Education (B, M)
- Middle School Teacher (B, M)
- Educational and Instructional Media Design (M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (M)
- Education (C)
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Teacher Education and Professional Development
- Science Teacher
- Biology Teacher Education
- Chemistry Teacher Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Technical and Business Writing (B)
- Creative Writing (B)
- Writing, General
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Language Interpretation and Translation (B)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature
- Italian Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Nursing Science (M)
- Clinical Research Coordinator (C)
- Occupational Therapy (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Nuclear Medicine (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Nursing Administration (M)
History
- History (B, M)
- European History (B)
- American History (B)
- Public and Applied History and Archival Administration
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (C, M)
- Organizational Psychology (M)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (B, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B)
- Sports Management (B)
- Sports Medicine (B)
- Parks and Recreation (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Law and Justice Administration (B, M)
- Forensic Science (B)
- Fire Services Administration (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Geography (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B, C, M)
- United States Government and Politics (B)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation and Airway Management
Visual and Performing Arts
- Commercial and Advertising Art (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Design and Applied Arts (B)
- Acting (B)
- Photography (B)
- Art History (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Sculpture (B)
- Painting (B)
- Art Studies
- Drawing
- Printmaking
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Salem State College.
- University of Massachusetts - Boston in Boston, MA (16 miles away)
- University of Massachusetts - Lowell in Lowell, MA (24 miles away)
- Framingham State College in Framingham, MA (31 miles away)
- Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA (36 miles away)
- University of New Hampshire at Manchester in Manchester, NH (45 miles away)
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