Salem State University
Salem, MA
Overview
Salem State University is a public institution located in Salem, MA. It has a total enrollment of 6,230 students.
4,867
Undergrads1,363
Grad Students95.9%
Acceptance61.0%
Grad RateAcademics
12.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio75.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)61.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate50.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate4,867
Undergraduate Enrollment1,363
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
95.9%
Acceptance Rate3.20
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$50
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Financial Aid & Costs
$18,948
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$910
Room & Board
$16,838
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,050
Financial Aid
98%
Receiving Aid48%
Pell Grant Recipients$10,319
Avg Grant (recipients)$7,768
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
1,675 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
No
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
4,867
Acceptance Rate
96%
Graduation Rate
61%
In-State Cost
$17,748
Out-of-State Cost
$23,888
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Salem, MA 01970
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