Salem State University Admission Requirements
Salem, MassachusettsChances of getting into Salem State University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
84.7%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Moderate | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Salem State University and can I get accepted? The school has a 85% acceptance rate ranking it #63 in Massachusetts for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 5,558 out of 6,562 applicants were admitted making Salem State University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has moderate requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 56 percent. Salem State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
980-1140Applicants Submitting SAT
66%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 490 |
| SAT Math 25th | 490 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 980 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 580 |
| SAT Math 75th | 560 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1140 |
| Average SAT Score | 1060 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Salem State University?
Salem State University typically requires applicants to be in the top 64 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 980 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 900. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1060 out of 1600. The school ranks #37 in Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 66 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1140 and Above | Good | >91% |
| 1060 to 1140 | Avg + | 85%-91% |
| 980 to 1060 | Avg - | 77%-85% |
| 900 to 980 | Reach | 66%-77% |
| Less than 900 | Low | <66% |
Salem State University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
20-26Applicants Submitting ACT
4%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | N/A |
| ACT Math 25th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | N/A |
| ACT Math 75th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Salem State University?
Admission data indicates that Salem State University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #28 in Massachusetts for highest average ACT composite score. 4 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Salem State University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >91% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 85%-91% |
| 20 to 23 | Avg - | 77%-85% |
| 17 to 20 | Reach | 66%-77% |
| Less than 17 | Low | <66% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.09Typical High School Grades
BYou will need about average high school grades to get into Salem State University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Salem State University was 3.09 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #44 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.09 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Salem State University accepts 85% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 12% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 11% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 13% | Good |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 19% | Avg + |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 32% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 13% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 4,568 | 1,994 | 6,562 |
| Accepted | 3,936 | 1,622 | 5,558 |
| Acceptance Rate | 86% | 81% | 85% |
| Enrolled | 721 | 390 | 1,111 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 18% | 24% | 20% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Apr 15, 2020Days left to Apply
NoneThe application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on Apr 15, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Salem State University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Salem State University prefer SAT or ACT?
66% of students submit their SAT scores to Salem State University. 4% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Salem State University?
85% of those who apply are granted admission to Salem State University. Admission competition is and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Salem State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 980 and 1140. 66% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Salem State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 4% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
