Overview
Student Population
| Location | Salem, Massachusetts |
| Online | salemstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,825 prospective students applied, and 4,985 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,011 enrolled in the school. 5,982 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,356 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $910 plus fees of $10,218. Salem State University is ranked 782 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Salem State University is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Salem State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#782 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#278 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Massachusetts
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#87 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1160 |
| ACT | 19/23 |
| GPA | 3.09 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $10,218 |
| Room and Board | $14,052 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,784 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,164 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $10,218 |
| Room and Board | $14,052 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,784 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,304 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Education | 9% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167729 IPEDS survey data for Salem State University.
Current students may use the Salem State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.