Welcome to Salem State University, where the historic charm of Salem, Massachusetts, meets a vibrant community of learners and leaders dedicated to making a difference.
Known as the Commonwealth’s Civic Engagement University and an emerging Hispanic and minority-serving institution, we pride ourselves on our commitment to inclusivity, social justice and celebrating diversity.
Here, student success is our top priority, with faculty who know you by name and a wealth of resources to support your academic and personal well-being.
As a Viking, you’ll receive a high-quality, affordable education with hands-on experiences that prepare you for the future. Join us and discover a place where you’ll make lifelong friends, gain invaluable skills and be guided to achieve your best.
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston
Salem
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WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE SSU?
• A rich historical and cultural heritage, located in the historic city of Salem, renowned for its witch trials and significant role in American history
• A diverse range of academic programs and majors, catering to various interests and career paths
• Exploratory program for students who haven’t selected a major, providing opportunities to explore majors and interests
• Emphasis on hands-on experiences through internships, research opportunities and experiential learning, providing you with practical skills and real-world exposure to complement your classroom education
• A supportive environment for students with diverse backgrounds and perspectives where you can forge lifelong connections with classmates, faculty and staff
• Opportunities to give back and make a positive impact through volunteerism, civic-learning courses and partnerships with local organizations, cultivating a sense of civic responsibility and social awareness among the student body
4,800+
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
47 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
40
1 STATES REPRESENTED MILE FROM DOWNTOWN SALEM AND THE HEART OF HALLOWEEN
120+
RESTAURANTS IN SALEM
7 PUBLIC BEACHES
30 MINUTES FROM BOSTON
Programs that Fuel Your Passions
Academic Support and Excellence
CENTER FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE provides academic support to ensure your success.
• Academic advising
• Mary G. Walsh Writing Center
• Math lab
• Reading center
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION offers you the opportunity for global engagement that enriches your experiences and allows for a deeper understanding of the world.
FIRST YEAR SEMINARS serve as launching pads for exploration and discovery, providing you with an opportunity to look at the world and specific issues and topics in a whole new way. These unique courses are focused on collaborative learning in an exciting environment.
PROFESSORS are passionate educators, cutting-edge researchers and academically accomplished members of our community! They pride themselves on their commitment to student support both in their academic careers and beyond.
COMMONWEALTH HONORS PROGRAM provides exceptional students with the rewarding opportunity to pursue a more challenging curriculum. Honors students work with specially selected faculty, learn in a small group seminar format, participate in independent research, and learn to think independently and creatively.
If you have a passion for learning, Salem State’s Honors program offers the chance to pursue a curriculum of challenge and inquiry at a higher level.
As an added benefit, Honors students receive an automatic $1,000 scholarship per year. salemstate.edu/honors
At Salem State, the focus is on you—your education, your passion, your goals.
You won’t find large lecture halls here. Instead, you’ll receive an education with individual attention from faculty who are experts in their field.
You can also customize your major! You’ll work with an academic advisor the moment you arrive on campus to ensure you get the most out of your college experience. salemstate.edu/academics
From help with your classwork to your physical and emotional well-being to planning for your future, Salem State’s student services are here to help you have the best experience possible.
salemstate.edu/FYE
Firsts Matter
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE (FYE) ensures that you have access to the resources and support you’ll need to successfully navigate the transition from high school to university life. Whether it’s your first class, meeting your first new friend, joining your first student organization, or any other number of “firsts,” the FYE team is here to help guide you on that journey.
As a new student, you’ll be assigned a personal coach to keep you motivated and on track all year long.
Your first-year experience will lay the foundation for your continued success in academic, intellectual, social, and civic endeavors throughout your undergraduate career.
“I struggled to figure out my identity and what I wanted to project into the world. Luckily, we have staff and administration who care for students like me, and for that, I am grateful. I have grown so much throughout my time here.”
—Eunice ’23
Academic Access
CENTER
FOR
ACCESSIBLE ACADEMIC
RESOURCES (CAAR) fosters an inclusive learning environment for all Vikings. Through tutoring, supplemental instruction, and tailored support for students with disabilities, CAAR ensures every student has the tools to succeed.
• Academic and Campus Accommodations works with students who self-identify as having a disability and would like to request support. Services and accommodations that provide equal access to curriculum and/or campus experiences are determined through documentation review and an interactive meeting with the student.
• Disability Access promotes an accessible experience by coordinating services and accommodations for visitors to Salem State and our students. We encourage all to participate in our programs and activities.
• Peer Tutors are highly recommended undergraduate students who excel in the courses they tutor. They break down challenging material and offer study tips.
• Supplemental Instruction offers peer-led out-ofclass sessions for select courses with historically challenging material and provides opportunities to review course concepts, engage in discussions with supportive peers and prep for exams.
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Student Services and Support
CAREER SERVICES supports you from day one with career exploration, resume building, internships, interview skills, and employer connections. Use CliftonStrengths and Focus2 assessments to identify and articulate your career, academic, goal and personal development strengths. Get free interview and workplace attire from the Career Closet, and take a professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile.
COUNSELING AND HEALTH
SERVICES is staffed by nurse practitioners, psychologists, licensed mental health counselors, post-doctoral fellows, and advanced graduate interns. Health services offers medical care, consultation on health-related issues, health promotion programs, referrals, and collaboration with area providers and primary care physicians.
STUDENT NAVIGATION CENTER
(SNC) houses financial aid, student accounts, the ClipperCard office (the official university ID card), and the registrar’s office. SNC service representatives are here to help you navigate the business of being a student by answering questions and helping solve problems.
VETERANS’ AFFAIRS assists current and former service members of the armed forces as well as survivors and dependents with both state and federal educational benefit programs.
Beyond the Classroom
Vikings have interned or participated in clinical placements at many local, regional and national organizations.
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Make an Impact
Through civic learning and community service initiatives, you can make a change within your community. We host several annual events and leadership opportunities to inspire you to become socially responsible.
SALEM STATE’S CIVIC FELLOWSHIP is a unique civic leadership program for you to explore your strengths, values and passions. Fellows develop their civic identity and individual role in working toward social change. They participate in leadership training, service projects and organize advocacy campaigns while building a sense of community amongst the cohort.
FI RST YEAR DAY OF SERVICE introduces new students to dozens of community partners to connect with their mission and complete service projects, from public schools to environmental groups, arts foundations, and mentoring organizations. salemstate.edu/CCE
Broaden Your Horizons
STUDY ABROAD and enhance your view of the world. You can study almost anywhere because we work with studyabroad providers who offer programs in nearly every region!
There are many opportunities for you to experience study travel outside of the U.S., including:
• Fall or spring semester programs through a partner university or external program
• Short-term winter or summer programs (2-8 weeks)
• Faculty-led study travel programs (7-10 days)
• Internship programs
The study abroad office works closely with each student to find the best program based on cost, academic requirements, personal interests, and professional goals. salemstate.edu/abroad
NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE
(NSE) allows you to study at other colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Explore a different geographical and cultural environment while broadening your academic experience. salemstate.edu/NSE
Learn and Lead
Working with our community to address important social, political, economic, and environmental issues is a cornerstone of the Salem State experience. Vikings are socially responsible and make an impact in their communities while earning their degree and after graduation.
Our Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) is the nexus for community-based initiatives, civic learning and public engagement at Salem State. We’re a Carnegie Community Engagementclassified university. salemstate.edu/CCE
Advocacy
Our advocacy work empowers you to develop the skills, tools and resources to drive positive community change. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from diverse expert advocates tackling a wide range of critical issues affecting our society.
Civic Learning
Civic learning is about gaining the knowledge necessary to serve the public good. When you graduate, you’ll have the expertise, abilities, values, and resources to collaborate effectively within your communities and workplaces, addressing our most significant social challenges.
Community
You’ll engage with and make a difference in the North Shore community and beyond. We focus on building sustainable and equitable partnerships with local organizations, advancing their missions while tackling the issues that matter most to our communities.
ADVOCACY AND SOCIAL JUSTICERELATED PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
The Frederick E. Berry Institute of Politics (Berry IOP) is a nonpartisan institute that aims to engage and inspire our community to take an active role in our democracy and to pursue careers in politics and public service. salemstate.edu/BerryIoP
• Leads Salem State’s voter engagement
• Provides an on-campus voting location for local and national elections
• Hosts political discussions and debates
• Supports students with career interests in politics and public service
• Awards competitive scholarship offerings in the areas of government, politics, civic engagement, non-profit and other means of public service.
68.1% STUDENT VOTING RATE IN 2020 $195,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS PURSUING INTERNSHIPS IN POLITICS AND PUBLIC SERVICE
(2023-24 Academic Year)
Campus Life and Recreation
GASSETT FITNESS CENTER
All students receive a FREE membership to our Harold E. and Marilyn J. Gassett Fitness and Recreation Center. Gassett is open to all students and offers cardio and strength equipment, locker rooms, studios, lounge spaces, and recreational courts.
INTRAMURAL AND CLUB SPORTS
Basketball, Flag Football, Pickleball, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
ESPORTS LOUNGE
Take your gaming to the next level! We have state-of-the-art gaming PCs and consoles waiting for you.
Our space brings students from all majors and backgrounds together to build community and engagement on our campus. Leagues and tournaments allow you to test and hone your skills in an exciting and supportive environment.
POPULAR ANNUAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMMING
Spring Concert welcomes popular artists and nightlife experiences to campus! Last year, Program Council featured Valhalla, a unique, state-of-the-art super club night with a premier DJ, an immersive light show, and VIP lounges.
Gassett After Dark brings Vikings together for a night of friendly blacklight tournament competition.
Viking Warrior Field Day is a campus-wide celebration featuring DJs, food trucks, inflatable obstacle courses and more!
Superfan Tailgate is our official social kick-off to the new school year and sports season! Meet friends, enjoy great food and celebrate the affinity we share as Vikings.
Group Fitness Classes include pilates, yoga, strength training and more!
YouHereBelong
We celebrate diversity by organizing inclusive events, including cultural festivals and guest speaker series, highlighting various traditions and perspectives. The university fosters a sense of belonging by offering support services, clubs and organizations that embrace and empower students from diverse backgrounds.
EMERGING HISPANIC AND MINORITY-SERVING INSTITUTION
S alem State is proud to be classified by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities as an emerging Hispanic and minority-serving institution based on our student demographics.
What does this mean for you?
• A culturally enriching environment that fosters diversity, inclusivity and understanding among students from various backgrounds
• Increased access to specialized support services and resources tailored to the unique needs of underrepresented communities, enhancing your academic success and overall experience
• A competitive advantage in the job market, as employers increasingly seek individuals with diverse perspectives and cross-cultural communication skills
CENTER FOR JUSTICE AND LIBERATION (CJL)
The CJL serves as a comprehensive, collaborative community space that honors, centers on and advocates for the holistic development and retention of students of underrepresented, marginalized and stigmatized identities.
MULTICULTURAL GROUPS, CLUBS AND TRADITIONS
• Asian Student Association
• Black History Month (February)
• Black Student Affinity Spaces
• Black Student Union
• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation
• Haitian Cultural Club
• Hip-Hop Summit
• Hispanic and Latine Affinity Spaces
• Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month (September)
• International Student Association
• Latin American Student Organization
• SSU APIDA Heritage Month (April)
LGBTQIA+ AND WOMEN’S GROUPS, CLUBS AND TRADITIONS
• Intersectional Feminist Collective
• Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
• Queer Prom
• Rainbow Resource Fair
• Raspberry Swirl: A Drag Extravaganza
• SSU Pride Month (October)
• Transgender and Non-Binary Affinity Spaces
• The Alliance
• Women’s History Month (March)
• Women’s Leadership Retreat
CAMPUS PRIDE INDEX
Our campus received a 4.5/5 star ranking in a national assessment of colleges and universities based on our institutional commitment to LGBTQIA+ inclusive policies, programs and practices, and showcasing our dedication to creating an inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING
See A Campus Called Home (pg. 17).
GENDER-INCLUSIVE RESTROOMS
There are single-stall, gender-inclusive restrooms in facilities across campus.
CHOSEN (PREFERRED) NAME POLICY
Salem State community members may use a different name for various reasons to ensure an experience that best reflects them while at the university.
You may use a preferred name to identify yourself, including on class rosters, ClipperCard and other campus services and technologies.
LGBTQIA+ AND MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING
Counseling services has multiple counselors dedicated to LGBTQIA+ and multicultural mental health care, who support initiatives that foster the psychosocial-cultural well-being of students from diverse backgrounds and identities.
LGBTQIA+ POLICE LIASON
A dedicated university officer serves as the LGBTQIA+ liaison to the campus community Affinity Spaces. The officer is an additional community resource for LGBTQIA+ students and coordinates programs to support the LGBTQIA+ community on campus.
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UNIVERSITY IN MASSACHUSETTS ON COLLEGENET’S SOCIAL MOBILITY INDEX OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS ARE FIRST-GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS OF STUDENTS ARE STUDENTS OF COLOR OF STUDENTS ARE HISPANIC (2023-24 Academic Year)
A CampusCalled Home
Welcome Home, Vikings!
From forging lifelong friendships in our residence halls to immersing yourself in the rich cultural history of Salem, our campus isn’t just a place to attend classes; it’s a home away from home.
We invite you to explore the unique and enriching lifestyle that comes with living on campus at Salem State.
Take a 360° virtual tour of residence halls right from your phone by scanning the QR code or visiting salemstate.edu/virtual
Why Live on Campus?
• Live near classes, library, dining hall, and all campus has to offer
• Access to on-site faculty (faculty in residence) and resident assistants (RAs) to support your success
• Weekly programs in your hall to help you meet friends and create connections around campus
GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING
We provide an inclusive, comfortable environment for all our students. Gender-inclusive housing at Salem State is a living option within our residence halls where student housing is not limited by gender.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
All residence halls are staffed by a full-time, comprehensively trained residential staff member with a master’s degree, a master’s-seeking graduate resident director and RAs. A 24-hour security/information desk is located at the entrance to each hall.
VIKING DINING
• Customizable entrees, fresh organic foods, international favorites
• Gluten-free, protein-rich, vegan and vegetarian options
• Dining locations: Marsh Dining Commons and North Campus Café, express dining and takeout across campus, Dunkin’, Starbucks
• On-site registered dietitian to meet 1:1 and help you discover healthful lifestyle habits
salemstate.edu/reslife
1,400+ STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS
54% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS
5 VIBRANT RESIDENCE HALLS
(2023-24 Academic Year)
Atlantic Hall
Modern living meets vibrant community spaces!
• Vibrant living on Harrington Campus
• Modern residence housing 450 students in 77 six-person apartments
• Overlooks Marsh Quad, Salem Bike Path, and salt marsh
Live Like a Viking Bowditch
APARTMENT FEATURES
• Fully furnished apartments with two double rooms, two single rooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and living room
• Kitchens equipped with full-size stove and refrigerator
AMENITIES
• Small lounges throughout the building
• Ground floor features a fitness room, laundry area, pool tables, TV lounge area
CAMPUS PROXIMITY
Steps away from Marsh Hall and Marsh Dining Commons, Charlotte Forten Hall, Starbucks, Bertolon School of Business, Viking Shuttle stop, baseball field, and tennis courts.
Tour Atlantic Hall now!
Get an inside look at our residence halls and see why you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to live on campus.
Hall and Peabody Hall
These twin buildings offer proximity to key campus locations, enabling an enriched university lifestyle right in the heart of campus.
• Conveniently situated on North Campus
• Amenities include vending machines, pool and foosball tables, flat-screen TV, laundry room, fitness area, and kitchen
CAMPUS PROXIMITY
Steps away from classroom buildings (Meier and Sullivan), North Campus Café, our state-of-the-art library, Dunkin’, Viking Shuttle stop, and Gassett Fitness Center.
Tour Bowditch Hall now!
Atlantic Hall
Charlotte Forten Hall
Suite-style comfort meets the latest amenities. Charlotte Forten Hall is the newest, most dynamic residence hall on Harrington Campus.
SUITE FEATURES
• Bedrooms, entryway space and bathroom in each suite
• Four floors of common lounge areas for socializing
AMENITIES
• Starbucks and meeting spaces with separate entrance
• Cozy TV and study lounges throughout the building
• Large community space with mailboxes, fitness room, vending machines, laundry area and a TV lounge
CAMPUS PROXIMITY
Steps away from Marsh Hall and Marsh Dining Commons, Starbucks, Bertolon School of Business, Viking Shuttle stop, baseball field, and tennis courts.
Tour Charlotte Forten Hall now!
Marsh Hall
Enjoy easy access to campus hot spots, creating the perfect backdrop for your university journey.
• Harrington Campus location, housing 525 students across five floors
• Each floor offers multiple lounge/study areas and community spaces, and gender-inclusive bathrooms
AMENITIES
Fitness room, flat-screen TVs, video game consoles, Bluetooth speaker bar, pool tables, vending machines, and laundry room.
CAMPUS PROXIMITY
Steps away from Marsh Dining Commons, Starbucks, Bertolon School of Business, Viking Shuttle stop, Atlantic Hall, Charlotte Forten Hall, Marsh Quad, and Salem Bike Path.
Tour Marsh Hall now!
Marsh Hall
Peabody Hall
Forten Hall
Bowditch Hall
Art + design, creative writing, dance, music, and theatre are a core of vibrant activity and creative exploration. We encourage you to take the arts beyond the classroom, onto the campus, into the community, and make it an integral part of your life.
Participate in public readings of your original poetry and fiction, take the stage in a dramatic play or musical, perform a solo in our beautiful recital hall, craft your own choreography, create sculptures from recycled materials, exhibit your work in one of Winfisky Gallery’s annual art + design exhibitions or write a play and see it performed. salemstate.edu/arts
Featured Student Arts Groups
AUDIO ENGINEER SOCIETY is for student musicians to learn from other like-minded professional audio engineers across the world and to network with people in the student’s field of interest.
MUSIC SOCIETY is a social and cultural forum for musicians and non-musicians alike.
REPERTORY DANCE THEATRE provides students with performance opportunities including a dance concert each semester.
STUDENT
THEATRE ENSEMBLE provides students with performance and production opportunities on campus.
SOPHIA
GORDON CENTER FOR CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS hosts all theatre and dance performances, readings, exhibitions, and other arts events. The building includes a 432-seat theatre and rehearsal, tech and classroom space. Salem State also boasts two additional performance spaces and numerous rehearsal and studio spaces.
Salem State’s intercollegiate athletic teams, recognized as some of the most successful programs in New England, are annual contenders for Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) championship honors.
We’re a proud member of the NCAA Division III with a rich tradition of excellence in intercollegiate athletics. Our student-athletes are empowered to be high achievers in and out of the classroom and leaders on campus. salemstate.edu/athletics
CONFERENCES
Go Green
We’re not just committed to shaping the future; we’re dedicated to protecting it. From our eco-friendly campus initiatives to hands-on opportunities for you to lead green projects, you’ll find countless ways to make a positive impact.
Vikings are addressing the climate crisis by pursuing campus decarbonization, broadening student scholarship and deepening community connections.
Our campus boasts over 1 MW (megawatt) of rooftop solar panels and five LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified buildings. Our North Campus Decarbonization Plan will begin to eliminate fossil fuels in buildings.
Getting around without a car is easy, with a bike path from Harrington Campus to downtown, two Bluebike hubs on campus, and 16 more across the city. Salem State is served by MBTA bus #455 and commuter rail service from downtown. For drivers, we have 23 electric vehicle charging spots.
Learn
• Take one of the sustainability courses offered across disciplines
• Pursue a sustainability major or minor
• Research with a professor or external organization
• Present your research at a conference in your field Engage
• Become a Sustainability Council intern
• Attend Earth Days events to learn from subject matter experts or enter the Earth Days writing or research poster contests
• Garden, plant a tree, or harvest at First Year Day of Service
• Join a sustainability-focused club such as the Bio Society, Geographical Society, Greenhouse Club, Sunrise Salem, and more
Implement
• Use a reusable OZZI “Go-Box” for takeout meals from Marsh Dining Commons
• Fill your reusable water bottle at our 34 campus refill stations
• Give or take free clothes, footwear, books and dorm décor at one of five Freecycle tables
• Green your commute with a Bluebike or ride your own
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BLUEBIKE HUBS ON CAMPUS
7
ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAYS
50+
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SUSTAINABILITY COURSES ACROSS DISCIPLINES
47%
$1,000
1,400 30+ REDUCTION IN GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS FROM 2004 TREES PLANTED SINCE 2022 KEN SARO-WIWA CLIMATE JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED ANNUALLY
PEOPLE ENGAGED DURING EARTH DAYS WEEK (2023-24 Academic Year)
Our admissions counselors review all applicants for direct entry to their first-choice major. We encourage applicants to always elect a first- and second-choice major. Admissions decisions for noncompetitive majors are released weekly and live on the Salem State Navigator portal. Learn more about our admissions requirements at salemstate.edu/undergraduate.
GPA and Standardized Test Requirements
We are a test-optional institution, focusing our admissions decision on an applicant’s academic work and grade point average (GPA), which research shows are better predictors of academic success. As a state university, we can offer admission to applicants who have a recalculated cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above in most of our non-competitive majors.
All applicants are automatically considered for an alternative admissions program, Summer Bridge Academy (SBA).
SBA is a program to aid high school graduates in achieving academic success in college.
We generally advise applicants with a 2.5 GPA or lower to voluntarily submit additional application materials, including:
• Test scores (SAT/ACT) directly from their testing agency
• Letter(s) of recommendation from a teacher, high school guidance counselor, coach, employer, or mentor
• Essay
Visit salemstate.edu/testoptional to learn more.
Apply
To apply, we require:
• A complete application
• $50 application fee
• All official transcripts
Apply online at salemstate.edu/apply or on the Common App!
(Nursing applicants: visit salemstate.edu/nursing-reqs for official application details.)
Deadlines
Below are suggested deadlines; we follow a rolling admission process until a program is full (nursing deadlines are firm).
FIRST-YEAR APPLICANTS
December 1 (spring start) February 1 (fall start)
“Salem State has an elite level education for a fraction of the cost of many universities. I originally came to this school to save money on my education and soon found out that the price tag did not sacrifice the quality.”
—Jack ’24
Quality Education at an Affordable Price
Our goal is always to do what we can to meet your financial needs so that you can achieve your educational goals.
All charges are subject to change. Please note some programs have additional fees. Visit salemstate.edu/tuition for more information.
HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE
You’ll pay for college through a combination of savings, current income, borrowing, scholarships, and financial aid (if eligible). Applicants should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to apply for aid.
WHAT IS FINANCIAL AID?
Financial aid is money to help you pay for your education expenses. Types of aid include grants, scholarships, work study, and loans. The amount you receive is determined by your Cost of Attendance (COA) and Student Aid Index (SAI). For more information about federal student aid, visit studentaid.gov.
Financial Aid
Timeline
August 1: Admissions application available online. salemstate.edu/apply
October 1: FAFSA available online. Salem State’s school code is 002188 studentaid.gov
February 15: Financial aid priority deadline. The sooner you apply for financial aid, the more institutional funds (such as grants and scholarships) may be available.
May 1: Deadline to apply for funds for Massachusetts residents. Salem State’s enrollment and housing deposits are due.
Featured Scholarships
THE DREAM.US NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP covers full tuition and fees for highly motivated undocumented students eligible for in-state tuition but with significant unmet financial needs. salemstate.edu/Dream
HAROLD T. AND ALICE M. MCCARTHY
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is a comprehensive four-year scholarship that covers tuition, fees, room and board, and books for a first-year art + design major with financial need. salemstate.edu/McCarthy
JACK WELCH SCHOLARSHIP covers tuition, fees, and books for a Salem, Massachusetts resident enrolled full-time in the Bertolon School of Business. salemstate.edu/Welch
Learn more about these scholarships and discover others at salemstate.edu/scholarships
What Happens Next?
Once a FAFSA has been completed and submitted and you have been admitted, the financial aid office will create a cost of attendance (COA) estimate for you. The COA is the total amount a student pays to attend Salem State for a year.
It includes tuition, fees, room and meal plan (if living on campus), indirect costs such as off-campus room and board (commuting), books, academic supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
Including the indirect costs allows students and their families to budget and plan. Miscellaneous expenses are also included to determine whether additional funding resources, such as loans, grants and scholarships, are needed.
ESTIMATE YOUR COST TO ATTEND
Estimate your cost of attendance using our interactive worksheet. salemstate.edu/estimator $8,241 AVERAGE AMOUNT OF ANY GRANTS OR SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO FALL 2022 FULL-TIME FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS.
Majors and Concentrations
ART + DESIGN
(portfolio may be required for admission) Art History, Graphic Design, Painting, Printmaking, Studio Art/ Photography
BIOLOGY
Nuclear Medicine Technology; (combined undergraduate/ graduate educator licensure programs are available)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION*
Accounting, Analytics and Management Science, Corporate Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Planning, Hospitality Management, Human Resource Management, Information and Data Science, International Business, Management, Marketing; (combined Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Master of Science in Accounting is also available)
CARTOGRAPHY AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(combined Bachelor of Science in Cartography/Master of Science in Geo-Information Science is also available)
CHEMISTRY
Biochemistry
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CRIMINAL JUSTICE*
Criminal Investigation, Criminal Justice and Spanish, Criminology; (combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Criminal Justice is also available)
DANCE
(audition required for admission)
ECONOMICS
EDUCATION*
(additional criteria may be required for admission to specific concentrations. All teacher license endorsements occur at the graduate level.) Early Education and Care, Educational Studies—Community Education, Educational Studies—Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Social Justice in Education (fouryear program), Social Justice in Education with options in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education (joint bachelor’s/master’s pathway completed in five years). Students interested in teacher preparation programs for biology, English, history, or mathematics in middle or high school and specialists in physical education or Spanish must apply to their content major, not education. All teacher preparation pathways are joint bachelor’s/master’s programs completed in five years.
ENGLISH
Creative Writing, Professional Writing; (combined undergraduate/graduate educator licensure programs are available; combined Bachelor of Arts in English/Master of Arts/Education/in Teaching are also available—see website for offerings)
EXPLORATORY (undeclared)
FRENCH
(see World Languages)
GEOGRAPHY AND SUSTAINABILITY
Environmental Sustainability, Sustainable Tourism
GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Applied Geosciences: Sustainability; Earth Science, Earth Studies, Forensic Geoscience; (combined Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences/Master of Science in Geo-Information Science is also available)
HEALTHCARE STUDIES*
Healthcare Studies and Spanish
HISTORY
Africa, Asia and Latin America History, Applied History: Pre-Legal/Business, European History, Public History, United States History; (combined undergraduate/graduate educator licensure programs are available)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
American Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies
ITALIAN
(see World Languages)
LIBERAL STUDIES*
MATHEMATICS
(combined undergraduate/graduate educator licensure programs are available)
MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION
Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations
MUSIC
(audition required for admission)
NURSING
PHILOSOPHY
POLITICS, POLICY AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
American Government, Law and Policy; International Relations and Comparative Politics
PSYCHOLOGY*
Applied Behavior Analysis; (combined Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Master of Science in Behavior Analysis and Bachelor of Science in Psychology/ Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology are also available)
SOCIAL WORK*
SOCIOLOGY
SPANISH
(see World Languages)
SPORT AND MOVEMENT SCIENCE*
Exercise Science (Honors, Prehabilitation and Professional tracks), Recreation, Outdoor and Event Management, Sport Management (combined undergraduate/graduate educator licensure programs are available)
BFA: Design, Directing, Performance, Playwriting, Stage Management, Technical Theatre (portfolio required for admission to all BFA concentrations)
WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
Criminal Justice and Spanish, French, Healthcare Studies and Spanish, Italian, Spanish; (combined undergraduate/ graduate educator licensure programs in Spanish are available)
EVENING ONLY PROGRAMS
ACCELERATED BSN
(must have a U.S. completed BA or BS)
LPN TO BSN
(must be a licensed LPN or RN and a copy of license is required. LPN students will transition to full-time day status when they are ready to enter the first semester of junior nursing clinical courses.)
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH STUDIES (transfer only)
Bachelor’s and master’s programs (must be a licensed COTA and a copy of COTA license is required; an associate degree is also required)
COMBINED DEGREE/4+1 PROGRAMS
Combined degree programs allow you to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree faster than if pursued separately. You start master’slevel courses in your senior year and complete the entire program in the fifth year, saving you time and money.
BACHELOR OF ARTS/MASTER OF ARTS/MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING/MASTER OF EDUCATION ENGLISH
(see website for offerings)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/MASTER OF EDUCATION EDUCATION
Justice in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education; Justice in Special Education, Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/MASTER OF SCIENCE
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
(combined with Master of Science in Accounting)
CARTOGRAPHY
(combined with Master of Science in Geo-Information Science)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(combined with Master of Science in Geo-Information Science)
PSYCHOLOGY
(combined with Master of Science in Behavior Analysis or Industrial/ Organizational Psychology)
ACCELERATED 3+3 BA/JD
Students who select the accelerated 3+3 BA/JD option spend three years at Salem State working towards their bachelor’s degree, then transfer to UMass Law. Their first year of law school counts as the fourth year of their bachelor’s degree. Applicants must apply and enroll in another area of study before applying to the BA/JD program. salemstate.edu/pre-law
ONLINE UNDERGRADUATE COURSES AND DEGREES
Salem State offers various online degree programs and many partial or completely online courses, providing the flexibility you need to earn your degree. salemstate.edu/online
CRIMINAL JUSTICE, FIRE SCIENCE ADMINISTRATION
(associate degree in Fire Science is required), HEALTHCARE STUDIES
*Major can be completed in the evening; not all concentrations are available.
Subject to change. Visit salemstate.edu/programs for an up-to-date list.
