Admissions Overview
The admission process at Salem College has a 87% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Salem College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
87%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,159
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
9%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Salem College has a 87% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Salem College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Admission Statistics
1,159 students applied to SALEM. Of those, 87% were accepted (1,014 students). Of these 1,014 accepted students, 91 chose to enroll.
1,159
Total Applicants
1,014
Students Admitted
91
Students Enrolled
87%
Acceptance Rate