Salem University

Salem International University Overview

Salem International University is a private, nonprofit school in the rural setting of Salem, West Virginia. Salem International University was founded in 1888 and the school enrolls around 850 students per year, which includes 631 undergrad students. Salem International University provides on-campus housing for up to 599 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 50% of students spend their weekends on campus.

Planning to play sports? Salem International University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Salem International University on the Student Life page.

2022 Salem International University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Other
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Tuition	$12,750

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Is Salem International University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what Salem International University offers and if the school might be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Salem International University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 43% of students who start at Salem International University come back the next year. Salem International University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 39%. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Salem International University Graduates

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from Salem International University by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with Salem International University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Salem International University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Salem International University's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Salem International University.

Based on this information, does Salem International University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Salem International University a good school for you?

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Where is Salem International University Located?

Salem International University is located in the rural setting of Salem, West Virginia.

If you want to see Salem International University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Route 50 and I-79 to Salem, or book a flight to the nearest airport, North Central West Virginia Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Salem International University and Salem are like without leaving home.

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