Step 1
Once you submit the simple form, you’ll receive your acceptance packet, merit scholarship, and a special package – just for you!
Congratulations, You’re In!
Welcome to Salem College!
Congratulations on your acceptance to Salem College! We are thrilled to offer you direct admission through our partnership with Niche. Admission to Salem College is competitive, and this year we anticipate the largest number of applicants in our history. Congratulations on the hard work, leadership, and creativity that led to your acceptance. At Salem you will become part of a tradition of excellence that began in 1772 as America’s first educational institution for women. Salem graduates are change makers and leaders, which is one reason our graduates’ salaries are ranked among the Top 10 in America!
Step 2
We invite you to schedule a visit Salem College or explore our virtual tour.
Step 3
Let us know if you have any questions about Salem College, we’re happy to help!
Salem Is #3 In The Nation For Advancing Students’ Social Mobility**
Salem College opens doors to new levels of opportunity. Some colleges are incredibly successful at helping first-generation students, diverse students and those with profound financial need. In 2023, Salem College was ranked #3 in the nation for advancing students’ social mobility. That’s because we leverage every dollar of available federal and state financial aid as well as our many endowed scholarships to help make college affordable, and we also help you prepare for all the challenges life brings during and after college.
Salem Is #8 In The Nation For Graduates’ Predicted Earnings Performance
At the conclusion of your college education, you will seek out new opportunities like jobs and graduate programs. We know how to help. Our graduates’ predicted incomes are among the 10 highest of any liberal arts college in America. They are accepted to the most selective graduate programs and employed in thousands of roles around the world.
Salem Is #4 In The Nation For Graduation Rate Performance
At Salem you will find new resolve. You will be resilient. We will have your back, and we will teach you the skills that make leaders strong. We are among the top five colleges in America for graduation rate performance, because we teach the key qualities of leadership in everything you do: self-knowledge, quality relationships, responsibility, teamwork, confidence, cultural competence, communication, ethical inquiry and health-related knowledge. At Salem you can be confident in your future.
At Salem, our focus is on you—and creating an environment where you can form lasting friendships, cultivate your talents, indulge your passions and learn how to lead.
Your journey begins here! And then, whatever your plans, Salem’s distinguished national reputation will open doors. Our network of alumnae and professional mentors spans the globe, and they will be there for you as you find the right place to take the next step.