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We’re a vibrant community of learners and leaders in the historic seaside city of Salem, Massachusetts, offering an affordable, student-centered experience.

At Salem State University, we’re passionate about student success, inclusivity, and advancing social justice. As a Hispanic and minority-serving institution, we celebrate the diverse identities of our students.

Our strong focus on civic engagement ensures you graduate equipped to uplift your community.

MAJORS

Art + Design

Biology

Business Administration

Cartography and Geographic Information Systems

Chemistry

Computer Science

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice and Spanish

Dance

Economics

Education

English

Exploratory (Undeclared)

Fire Science Administration (transfer, online only)

Geography and Sustainability

Geological Sciences

Healthcare Studies

Healthcare Studies and Spanish

History

Information Technology

Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberal Studies

Mathematics

Media and Communication

Music

Nursing

Occupational Health Studies (transfer, evening only)

Philosophy

Politics, Policy and International Relations

Psychology

Social Work

Sociology

Sport and Movement Science

Theatre and Speech Communication

World Languages and Cultures (French, Italian, Spanish)

S chedule a campus visit today at salemstate.edu/visit. We offer daily tours, open houses in the fall and spring, and information sessions so you can discover if Salem State is the right place for you!

33 MAJORS

VIRTUAL TOUR Can’t make it to campus? Take our virtual tour at salemstate.edu/virtual

100+ CONCENTRATIONS

80+ MINORS

12:1 STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO

FinanciaL Aid

98% of students receive financial aid

$15,547 average financial aid package

$10,502 average grants and scholarships awarded

Based on 2023-24 financial aid data for degree-seeking undergraduate students.

Location

Salem State University is located just one mile from downtown Salem and is a quick 30-minute train or ferry ride to Boston.

7public beaches in Salem

CITY OF SALEM

Salem is home to the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692 and attracts over a million tourists annually to its historic architecture, world-famous museums, and eclectic mix of shops and restaurants.

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people visit Salem during October to celebrate Halloween restaurants in Salem

• 1 MBTA train station, 1 Boston Harbor Cruise Ferry and 5 bus routes in Salem

• 45 properties in Salem listed on the National Register of Historic Places

• 9-acre Salem Maritime National Park includes 12 historic buildings, the Friendship of Salem tall ship and 1 lighthouse

• Dedicated bike lanes throughout downtown Salem

• More than 20 places to get a coffee

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