Is Salem State University worth it?
Salem State University is a public, four-year institution in Salem, Massachusetts (large suburb). It awarded 1,616 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, social work and education.
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Federal context for Salem State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$46,092
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,605
Median earnings 10 years after
$56,662
Average net price
$15,996
Completion rate
50%
Completions (2024)
1,616
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
4,291
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $46,897 | $67,789 | 450 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $80,641 | $95,550 | 266 |
| Social Work | Master's | $59,851 | $69,819 | 227 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $36,492 | $54,717 | 152 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $45,670 | $67,551 | 143 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $44,812 | $59,774 | 124 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $31,755 | $51,362 | 108 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $34,302 | $50,260 | 98 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $52,341 | $60,928 | 90 |
| Education, General | Bachelor's | $33,065 | $45,568 | 78 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | $59,390 | $72,560 | 65 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $45,450 | $60,026 | 61 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $56,644 | $69,495 | 60 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $32,844 | $43,621 | 57 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Master's | $66,865 | $69,564 | 46 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 174 |
| Social Work | Master's | 115 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 88 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 80 |
| Education, General | Post-master's certificate | 77 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 53 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Master's | 49 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 43 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | 42 |
| Education, General | Bachelor's | 38 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 31% | 4,903 |
| Educational Services | 17% | 2,720 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 1,339 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 1,095 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 953 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 927 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 748 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 654 |
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Sources: federal figures for Salem State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Massachusetts. Counts under 10 are not published.
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