Salem State University

Overview of Salem State University (SSU)

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The campus itself consists of 115 acres, located 15 miles northeast of Boston, so you’ll live in a suburban area close to major city attractions in one of the most historical areas of the country. Public transportation is readily available should you decide to explore this metropolitan area.

With over 70 student organizations to join and a full range of athletics, there’s something for everyone at SSU and something scheduled nearly every night of the week. Roughly one third of students live in college housing, with the other two-thirds living off campus.

Salem State University's ranking in the 2020 edition of Best Regional Universities in the North is 119, which means your future employers will appreciate your degree more than they would if it were from a lower ranked college. Because of the proximity to Boston, most students can easily find internships and positions that add value to their college record.

Top Rankings For Salem State University

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SSU Acceptance Rate and Admissions

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SSU Tuition Cost & Financial Aid

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When you’re choosing a school, don’t eliminate a favorite due to sticker shock. Although the price of attending may seem out of reach, the average net cost (original price minus financial aid) may be well within your budget. You first step in the college application process should be completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is a standard requirement of all financial aid offices. Your FAFSA will also be used to relay your finances to any grant or scholarship applications you may complete and is also a requirement for federal student loans. If finances are tight, you should dedicate several hours a week to finding grants and scholarships and applying for as many as you may qualify for.

Sticker Price

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Academics

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College academics involves more than the list of available degrees and courses. Here are some terms to look for that may indicate a school’s dedication to students once enrollment is completed, and what they can mean to your goal of successfully completing your higher education degree.

Student Population Total

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Outcome & Salary

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Upon graduating from Salem State, graduates can expect an early-career salary of $47,200 and a mid-career salary of $86,300. Compared to the national average salary of those with no college education, who earn an average of $37,960 annually, you can easily understand the financial benefits of a college degree.

In the long run, your return on investment (ROI) or earning potential minus cost of education, is $642,560 in 10 years and a potential of $1,505,560 in 20 years. Although those with no degree also have no education costs, their potential earnings only average $379,600 within 10 years and double that in 20 years. Note that these figures do not include those who continue their education to the graduate degree levels, which hold much higher potential salaries.

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