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Salem State University

Salem, MA

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    55%
  • Majors Available
    95
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    11:1
  • Retention Rate
    74%

AP Credit Policy

Salem State College subscribes to the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board. AP examinations are open to students who have participated in Advanced Placement courses in high school. Credits will be granted, generally in subject areas in which scores of 5, 4 or 3 are attained. Credits will not be granted for scores of 2 or 1.

For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.

  • Offers credits

    Yes

  • Offers placement into advanced courses

    Yes

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's, Certificate, and Master's

  • No majors found

Need Help Choosing a Major?

Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.

Special Academics Program

  • Accelerated Study
  • Cross-Registration
  • Distance Learning
  • Double Major
  • Dual Enrollment of High School Students
  • English as a Second Language
  • Honors Program
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Liberal Arts/Career Combination
  • ROTC, Air Force
  • ROTC, Army
  • Student-Designed Major
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certification
  • Visiting/Exchange Student Program

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