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Salem State College, or SSC, is a four-year public institution of higher learning located in the city of Salem, Massachusetts. Established in 1854, the college now enrolls more than 9,000 students each term. SSC campus is comprised of more than 30 buildings which sit on 108 acres.
SSC offers bachelors, masters and post masters certificates in more than 40 academic disciplines. Salem State College is the largest state college and the fourth-largest public institution of higher education in Massachusetts. It offers facilities including multiple theater venues, tennis courts, a hockey rink, two gymnasiums, a pool and an athletic field.
SSC’s sports teams are nicknamed the Vikings and they compete in the Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference in NCAA Division III.
Students attend Salem State in Salem, MA, a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Salem State degrees go up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Salem State is known for its programs in education and teaching.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 540.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Salem State is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 10,085 students at the school (as of 2007).
Salem State offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Massachusetts State College Athletic Association.
More complete details are provided below.
Salem State College
352 Lafayette St
Salem, MA 01970
General Phone: (978) 542-6000
http://www.salemstate.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 556 | elementary school teaching, kindergarten/preschool teaching, special ed, teacher education, educational administration, reading teaching, school counseling, secondary teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 277 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, international business, human resources, accounting and finance, MIS, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 152 | history, English, sociology, geography, political science, liberal arts and humanities, cartography, language translation, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 144 | registered nursing, various nursing, nursing science, nursing administration |
| Family And Social Work | 93 | social work |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 91 | criminal justice and administration, fire services administration |
| Therapy And Counseling | 78 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Media | 71 | public relations, advertising, journalism, communication studies |
| Science | 46 | biology, marine biology, geology, chemistry, ecology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 43 | sports and fitness management, exercise science, parks and recreation studies, occupational therapy, athletic trainer, health and physical education |
| Design | 24 | graphic design, design and applied arts |
| Mathematics | 23 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 19 | drama, acting, theatre design |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 11 | computer and info science, web design |
| Medical Support And Technology | 7 | nuclear medical tech, clinical lab tech |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 7 | drawing, photography, multimedia |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Fine Arts | 2 | sculpture |
| Art Studies | 1 | art studies, visual and performing arts |
| Office And Administration | 0 | office management |
| Transportation | 0 | aviation operations |
Number of programs and degrees for Salem State in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,059 | 69 |
| Master's degree | 528 | 35 |
| Post-master's certificate | 49 | 4 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 6 | 4 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 6 | 2 |
In 2007, Salem State had a total enrollment of 10,085 students (7,534 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 59% |
| Graduate | 41% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 92% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 14 % |
Salem State offers campus housing for 1,410 of its 7,534 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Salem, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 14 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,892 | 4,123 | 60% | 1,096 | 27% |
| Men | 2,480 | 1,445 | 58% | 434 | 30% |
| Women | 4,412 | 2,678 | 61% | 660 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,210 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,350 |
| Room and board | $ 8,128 |
| Room charge | $ 5,538 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,590 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,550 |
Financial Aid:
Salem State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 218800)
Salem State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 103 | 103 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 46 | 51 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 6 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 57 | $75,556 | 57 | $75,204 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 40 | $62,576 | 40 | $63,298 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 62 | $57,313 | 60 | $57,175 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $45,075 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 161 | $64,988 | 160 | $64,901 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Massachusetts State College Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Massachusetts State College Athletic Association |
| Track | Massachusetts State College Athletic Association |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Finance
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Financial Planning and Services
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
History Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Cartography
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
European History
Geography
History, General
Language Interpretation and Translation
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Public/Applied History and Archival Administration
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Drawing
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Salem State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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