Distinctive Experiences
Health Leadership
Salem is the nation’s only college dedicated to elevating and expanding women in Health Leadership. This distinctive focus within a robust liberal arts education strategically positions our students with the confidence and courage to become leaders. Our graduates are innovative problem solvers who are actively making the world a better, healthier, and more equitable place.
Wellbeing Focus
At Salem College, your personal, academic, and professional growth are our highest priorities. We believe true wellbeing is the foundation for strong and effective leadership. As you strive to meet the high expectations of a robust liberal arts education, we will help you establish healthy routines, embrace and utilize reflection, and practice the vital work of self-care. At Salem, you will find the time and physical space to develop your body and mind, build confidence, resilience and courage, and have fun along the way.
Uniquely Salem.
Historic Campus in an Urban Setting
Founded in 1772, Salem College is nestled in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem, NC, an engaging college town. Our students enjoy the city’s thriving arts and cultural scene, vibrant music, and abundant outdoor recreation, while anchored in the safe surroundings of our historic campus.
Women-Centered Inclusive Community
Salem College is a women’s college with a close-knit community. Within our welcoming student body, you will be free to discover your unique potential, create lasting friendships, and cultivate your passions.
Health and Wellness Focus
At Salem, we educate the whole person, developing the character as well as the mind. We believe that the ability to lead starts with ensuring health and wellness.
Leadership Development
At Salem, we develop competent, confident, and courageous future leaders in health. Salem offers the nation’s only exclusively focused, campus-wide and industry-guided women’s leadership program focused on preparing women leaders who will reduce gender disparities in health leadership and who will make the world a better, healthier place.
#2
For Social Mobility by U.S. News and World Report - Top 10 for four consecutive years
#24
Liberal Arts Colleges in the United States Washington Monthly 2023 College Rankings
#2
For economic diversity as part of the New York Times College Access Index in 2023.
#4
For graduation rate performance by the Washington Monthly 2023 College Rankings
#8
For the earning performance of its graduates by the Washington Monthly 2023 College Rankings
#15
For “Bang for the Buck” by Washington Monthly 2023 College Rankings
14k
Oldest educational institution for girls and women in the nation
47%
Diverse student body
94%
Hold a terminal degree in their field
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