Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.03%
SAT Average
1,168
ACT Range
18-27
Salem College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.03%. This means approximately 870 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 390 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.03%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $32,236 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,236 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $47,947 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,835 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 48.76% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.59% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Salem College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$32,236
Room and board
$13,056
Books and supplies
$1,336
Other expenses
$5,740
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$47,947
Average net price
$18,835
Average aid coverage
61%
$29,112 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Salem College pays approximately $18,835 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Carolina average of $14,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Salem College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
Salem College net price
$18,835
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
Salem College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $32,236 and average net price at $18,835. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$32,236
Current net price
$18,835
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.25%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,640
Undergraduates
390
10-Year Median Earnings - Salem College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Salem College graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Salem College?
Undergraduates
390
Completion rate
56.25%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
48.76%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.59%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 48.76% of Salem College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.59% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Salem College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Salem College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Salem College lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Salem College is listed at 601 S Church St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Salem College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem College | 87.03% | $32,236 | $18,835 | $44,640 |
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
Similar Schools in Winston-Salem
This local cluster focuses on nearby Winston-Salem schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Winston-Salem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem College's acceptance rate?
Salem College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.03%.
How much is Salem College tuition?
Salem College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $32,236.
What is Salem College's average net price?
Salem College's average net price in the local dataset is $18,835.
What does Salem College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,009 for Salem College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Salem College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,640 for Salem College.
Is Salem College accredited?
Salem College's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Salem College?
The local dataset lists 390 undergraduate students at Salem College.
What percentage of Salem College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Salem College in the local dataset is 48.76%.
What is the federal loan rate at Salem College?
The federal loan rate for Salem College in the local dataset is 49.59%.
Where should I verify Salem College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Salem College or the latest official federal education data.