Northeastern University
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Education Partnerships and Pathways
Expand Your Path. Accelerate Your Future.
Explore our Education Partnerships and Pathways
Salem’s academic partnerships and pathways connect you to advanced degrees, specialized training, and expanded opportunities across disciplines. These partnerships are designed to expand opportunity, accelerate your path, and connect your Salem education to what’s next.
Health & Clinical Pathways
Prepare for careers that improve lives through direct pathways into graduate and clinical programs.
Pfeiffer University
Occupational Therapy (MSOT)
University of Lynchburg
Athletic Training (MSAT), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Wake Forest University
Master of Science in Clinical Research Management (4+1), Master of Health Informatics
Winston-Salem State University
Occupational Therapy (MSOT), Physical Therapy (DPT), Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Johnson & Wales University
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Law & Public Service
Launch your future in law, ethics, and advocacy with accelerated and early-entry pathways.
Campbell Law
3+3 Dual-Degree Program
Elon University School of Law
Early Admission / Credit Transfer Pathway
Iliff School of Theology
M.A. in Social Justice and Ethics (4+1)
Business, Leadership & Social Impact
Turn your passion into purpose through programs in business, nonprofit leadership, and community impact.
Forsyth Technical Community College
- AAS in Business Administration → BA/BS in Business Administration
- AA/AS/AAS → BA in Integrative Studies
Louisburg College
- Articulation Agreement (NCICU pathway)
Art, Design & Creative Fields
Build your creative future with pathways in visual and digital arts.
Surry Community College
Digital Media Technology → BA in Design
NCICU & NCCCS
AFA in Visual Arts → BFA
Transfer, Access & Experiential Opportunities
Maximize your Salem experience through flexible pathways, shared resources, and cross-institution opportunities.
Forsyth Technical Community College
Dual Admissions Agreement
NCICU
Statewide Articulation Agreement (AA/AS to bachelor’s)
NCICU & NCCCS
AATP / ASTP → Teacher Licensure
Wake Forest University
- Cross-Registration Agreement
- Study Away Agreement
- ROTC (Army)
North Carolina A&T State University
Air Force ROTC
UNC School of the Arts
Cross-Registration (Liberal Arts)