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Salem University

Salem, West Virginia · Private For-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$31,612

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Graduation Rate

28%

Annual Tuition

$10,750

At a Glance

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Total Students

695

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Retention Rate

52%

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Faculty Ratio

16

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Financial Aid

67%

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Median Debt

$24,694

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Campus Setting

Rural

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Institution Type

Private For-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Salem University is a private, for-profit institution with 695 students. The university has a 52% retention rate and a 27.8% graduation rate. The in-state tuition is $10,750.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $45,415, dropping to $31,612 after five years, and increasing to $34,642 after ten years. The median debt for students is $24,694, and 66.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$32k

5 YEARS

$35k

10 YEARS

Top 91% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Salem University alumni earn a median salary of $45,415. However, median earnings decrease to $31,612 five years after graduation and increase slightly to $34,642 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is $24,694, and 66.8% of students receive financial aid.

Salem University has a low graduation rate of 27.8% and a retention rate of 52%. The university's in-state tuition is $10,750. The school has a total student population of 695.

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Campus Location

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Salem, West Virginia

Salem, WV 26426

Salem University is located in Salem, West Virginia. The campus is in a rural setting.

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