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Is Salem State a Good School for the Money?

Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$131,087 Avg Total Cost

Salem State University Value Report

What is a Salem State degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares Salem State with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.

Fair Value Nationwide

Average National Value
Average National Quality
Fair Price

Salem State University is ranked #1,220 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Compared to other schools of similar quality, Salem State University is priced appropriately for the kind of quality provided and is thus a fair value according to College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking.

National Value Ranking  1220 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  45.56 out of 100
Overpriced
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Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $131,087 For That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree from Salem State will cost you about $131,087. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,135 and a typical 4.35 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$30,135
Average Years to Graduate4.35
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$131,087

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Salem State cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$98,558 In-State With Aid
$147,717 Avg Cost No Aid
4.35 Years to Graduate

The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Salem State.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$147,717#0F
All Students$131,087#1,220C
Only Students Receiving Aid$119,042#1,470D
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$127,233#F
All Students$110,603#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$98,558#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Massachusetts.

About 97% of Salem State students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Salem State financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average Salem State cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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