At a glance
Average net price
$17,743
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
68.2%
Admission rate
87%
Undergrad size
6,057
In-state tuition
$11,084
Out-of-state tuition
$22,174
Cost of attendance
$28,310
Median earnings (10y)
$61,515
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,252
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 77.7%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (27%), humanities & arts (21%), business (17%).
- STEM16%
- Health11%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences27%
- Trades & services8%
- Business17.4%~1,056 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions10.7%~647 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education9.3%~565 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication7.5%~454 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~434 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology7.2%~434 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~405 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.7%~344 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~336 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences3.8%~229 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.0%~184 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~180 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~114 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.8%~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.6%~94 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~58 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~49 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~49 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Science tech0.4%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture0.1%~8 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work. | Master's | 367 | $48,390 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 281 | $31,057 | $22,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 279 | $24,359 | $22,625 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 275 | $44,340 | $22,804 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 259 | $29,002 | $25,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 205 | $32,560 | $23,552 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 192 | $65,403 | $24,297 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 172 | $43,520 | $23,450 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 160 | $45,433 | $21,842 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 152 | $32,871 | $23,250 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 110 | $31,106 | $25,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 107 | $48,581 | $23,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 101 | $50,666 | $22,125 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 78 | $57,698 | $23,036 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 77 | $32,789 | $21,875 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 73 | $23,637 | $24,239 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 72 | $27,801 | $20,606 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 70 | $43,857 | $24,125 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 67 | $54,286 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 60 | $57,634 | $24,656 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 60 | $58,646 | $31,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 53 | $37,319 | $24,240 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 52 | $28,043 | $23,160 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 45 | $47,977 | $23,250 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Bachelor's | 42 | $32,480 | $22,750 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 38 | $50,179 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 32 | $47,185 | — |
| Geography and Cartography. | Bachelor's | 31 | $34,932 | $25,000 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 28 | $30,898 | $23,625 |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 24 | $60,046 | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Master's | 24 | $35,486 | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 22 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 18 | $40,448 | — |
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 Salisbury University
Salisbury University is a large institution located in Salisbury, Maryland, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,057 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Salisbury University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,743 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $11,084 for in-state students and $22,174 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,310 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 68.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 77.7% 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 $61,515 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Salisbury University confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (27% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), business (17% 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
Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,252.
Location & campus
Set in Salisbury, Maryland (suburb), Salisbury University draws students from across Maryland 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 Salisbury University
Q.How much does Salisbury University cost?
The average net price at Salisbury University is $17,743 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,310.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Salisbury University?
Salisbury University has a 6-year graduation rate of 68.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Salisbury University?
Salisbury University admits 87% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Salisbury University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Salisbury University graduate earns $61,515 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Salisbury University?
Published tuition is $11,084 in-state and $22,174 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Salisbury University located?
Salisbury University is located in Salisbury, Maryland (ZIP 21801).
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 Salisbury University at their official website.