Kent State University at Salem

Salem, Ohio · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$13,799

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

30.9%

Admission rate

86%

Undergrad size

1,164

In-state tuition

$7,492

Out-of-state tuition

$17,342

Cost of attendance

$18,446

Median earnings (10y)

$45,388

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
47.2%
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

7 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (41%), health (40%), social sciences (10%).

  • STEM1%
  • Health40%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts41%
  • Social sciences10%
  • Trades & services1%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

19 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's115$26,550$20,500
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Bachelor's54$52,059$31,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's39$43,325$18,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's33$18,001$17,273
Human Services, General.Associate's24$29,856
Insurance.Bachelor's7
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's6$29,670$20,565
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services.Bachelor's5
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's4$36,445$31,963
Computer Programming.Associate's1$30,949$20,729
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's$30,631$26,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's$29,304$26,000
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Bachelor's$30,048$26,913
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's$23,648$26,000
Psychology, General.Bachelor's$26,258$25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's$36,532$19,748
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's$30,737$25,937
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's$57,586$26,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's$39,013$26,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Kent State University at Salem

Kent State University at Salem is a mid-sized institution located in Salem, Ohio, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,164 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Education.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Kent State University at Salem — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,799 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $7,492 for in-state students and $17,342 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,446 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 30.9%, a average completion outcome. 47.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,388 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Kent State University at Salem confers degrees and certificates across 7 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (41% of credentials), health (40% of credentials), social sciences (10% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Kent State University at Salem accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.

Location & campus

Set in Salem, Ohio (rural), Kent State University at Salem draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Kent State University at Salem

Q.How much does Kent State University at Salem cost?

The average net price at Kent State University at Salem is $13,799 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,446.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Kent State University at Salem?

Kent State University at Salem has a 6-year graduation rate of 30.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Kent State University at Salem?

Kent State University at Salem admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Kent State University at Salem graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Kent State University at Salem graduate earns $45,388 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Kent State University at Salem?

Published tuition is $7,492 in-state and $17,342 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Kent State University at Salem located?

Kent State University at Salem is located in Salem, Ohio (ZIP 44460).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Kent State University at Salem at their official website.