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 |
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 6,557 prospective students applied, and 5,688 were granted admission. Of those admitted 996 enrolled in the school. 5,077 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,165 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $910 plus fees of $10,765.
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Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.17 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $10,765 |
| Room and Board | $14,590 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,784 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,249 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $10,765 |
| Room and Board | $14,590 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,784 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,389 |
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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% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167729 IPEDS survey data for Salem State University.
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