At a glance
Average net price
$18,277
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.4%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
423
In-state tuition
$33,848
Out-of-state tuition
$33,848
Cost of attendance
$48,532
Median earnings (10y)
$44,640
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,082
- ACT midpoint
- 19
- Retention
- 67.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (46%), social sciences (17%), business (12%).
- STEM11%
- Health5%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts46%
- Social sciences17%
- Trades & services9%
- ~111 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education11.8%~50 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business11.8%~50 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- English6.6%~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts6.6%~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology2.6%~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.6%~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History2.6%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.6%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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
23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 39 | $46,313 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 25 | $34,373 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | $26,016 | $27,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | $27,085 | $26,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | $31,850 | $26,407 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Music. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Music. | Graduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 7 | $21,118 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Salem College
Salem College is a small institution located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 423 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Education, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Salem College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,277 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $33,848 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $48,532 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 67.5% 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 $44,640 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Salem College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Education, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (46% of credentials), social sciences (17% of credentials), business (12% 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
Salem College accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,082. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 19.
Location & campus
Set in Winston-Salem, North Carolina (city), Salem College draws students from across North Carolina 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 Salem College
Q.How much does Salem College cost?
The average net price at Salem College is $18,277 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $48,532.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Salem College?
Salem College has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Salem College?
Salem College admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Salem College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Salem College graduate earns $44,640 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Salem College?
Published tuition is $33,848 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Salem College located?
Salem College is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina (ZIP 27101).
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 Salem College at their official website.