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
1,951
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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
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.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Salem College. About 5% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,078 to 1,315. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 27.
SAT Scores
5% of students submitted400
1600
1078 – 1315
200
800
588 – 685
200
800
490 – 630
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
18 – 27
1
36
18 – 25
1
36
17 – 25
Admission Statistics
1,951 students applied to SALEM. Of those, 87% were accepted (1,698 students). Of these 1,698 accepted students, 156 chose to enroll.
1,951
Total Applicants
1,698
Students Admitted
156
Students Enrolled
87%
Acceptance Rate