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F A S T   F A C T S
Location | Salem
Population | 43,132
Enrollment | 7,242
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A

Term Dates
Fall | 09/07-12/13
Spring | 01/17-05/05



Salem State University

Salem, MA
Salem State is classified as an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
SSU holds the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
SSU ranks in the top 7% of the Social Mobility Index 2024

About This Campus

Salem State University, located just 15 miles north of Boston, is one of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater north-of-Boston region. Situated in the historic seacoast town of Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State provides a diverse community of learners a high quality, student-centered education which prepares them to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society. With over 65 groups and clubs, 17 varsity teams, a strong intramural sports program, an award-winning theater program, and hundreds of student activities scheduled throughout the year, our campus is alive and infused with an energy! Salem State has five campuses, with five residence halls and with a new hall in construction. Recently, SSU opened a new state of the art Library and Learning Commons and the Fitness and Recreation Center. We are proud of our institution and welcome NSE students!

Location Information

Salem State is located on Massachusetts' scenic North Shore and easily accessible by car, bus or commuter rail, the city of Salem annually draws visitors from every corner of the globe to enjoy one of Massachusetts' highest concentrations of historic sites, museums, cultural activities, and fine dining.
2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Limited
Campus Availability & Deadlines
2026-2027 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Excellent
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Academics

Registration
  • Campus Catalog
  • When will I register? According to class standing
  • Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Closed Programs
Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Occupational Therapy, Nursing

Limitations
Art: some courses may be restricted. Biology: some courses may be restricted. Education: some courses may be restricted. Social Work: some courses may be restricted. Psychology: some courses may be restricted. PSY courses restricted: PSY 203, PSY 204, PSY 540, PSY 541, PSY 542, PSY 543, PSY 544, PSY 545, PSY 546 and PSY 547.

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, Ancient Studies, Aquatic Biology... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will not accept
Canadian Students - learn more
  • Will NOT accept

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 01/15/25

Finances Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
  • Estimated cost: $6169.20.
  • Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: 18
  • Home Payment: 18

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Admission Fee $50 Year Host & Home Mandatory
NSE Program Fee $175 Year Host & Home Mandatory
Housing Deposit $300 Year Host & Home Mandatory
Activity Fee $40 Semester Host & Home Mandatory
Textbook Fee $40 Semester Host & Home Optional
Parking Fee $275 Semester Host & Home Optional
Course Fees / MaterialsVariesSemesterHost & HomeMandatory

Important Notes: Online courses $50 per credit fee. ID replacement $25 fee. All NSE participants must provide proof of acceptable health insurance or opt into SSU health insurance. Program Fee Art $250/Year. Program Fee Biology $500/Year. Program Fee Chemistry $500/Year. Program Fee Communications $250/Year. Program Fee Computer Science $500/Year. Program Fee Dance $250/Year. Program Fee Education $250/Year. Program Fee Geography (Cartography) $500/Year. Program Fee Geology $500/Year. Program Fee Music $250/Year. Program Fee Social Work $250/Year. Program Fee Theatre (BA & BFA) $250/Year. Program Fee Nursing $1000/Year.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 01/15/25

On-Campus Housing Per Semester Notes About Housing
Housing is highly limited (35 spots) in total. Attention should be paid to housing deadlines. Housing costs and meal plans are determined by housing assignments. Please follow this link for additional information https://www.salemstate.edu/admissions-and-aid/tuition-and-fees.

Meal Plans

Notes About Meal Plans
Housing costs and meal plans are determined by housing assignments. Please follow this link for additional information https://www.salemstate.edu/admissions-and-aid/tuition-and-fees.

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 01/15/25

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Health Insurance $3941 Year Host & Home Optional

Requirements

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