Salem University
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$16,500
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About Salem University
Salem University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Salem, West Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 809, and admissions are selective. The university offers 8 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 32%, and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,500.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
Information not available
Retention Rate Insight
32% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
32% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores --
High school transcript --
High school rank --
Letter of recommendation --
High school GPA --
Open admission Yes
Completion of college prep program --
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) --
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
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Students enrolled
100%
Online student enrollment
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
43%
Black
21%
Unknown
15%
Non-U.S. Citizen
12%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
1%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
54%
Socio-economic diversity
68% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
27
Total Online Enrollment
1,008
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate 100% online
Bachelor's 100% online
Graduate Certificate 100% online
Master's 100% online
Doctorate 100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $16,500 | $16,500 |
| Graduate | $14,400 | $14,400 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,400 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,400 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,000 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,900 | $27,900 |
| Off-campus without family | $27,900 | $27,900 |
| Off-campus with family | $19,500 | $19,500 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
68%
State Grant Aid
2%
Institution Grant Aid
16%
Pell Grant
68%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debt after graduation
$30k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division II without football
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- All Track Combined
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
1Biological And Biomedical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
2Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Business Administration and Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
3Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Computer and Information Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
Information Technology
BA
MA
DOC
4Education
BA
MA
DOC
Curriculum and Instruction
BA
MA
DOC
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
BA
MA
DOC
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
BA
MA
DOC
5Security And Protective Services
BA
MA
DOC
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
BA
MA
DOC
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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