Salem International University Admissions

Salem International University Admissions Overview:

With open admissions, Salem International University is accessible to nearly any interested and eligible student. To apply to the school, applicants will need to send in an application as well as high school transcripts or GED certification. If you have any questions about applying, feel free to get in touch with the admissions office at Salem International University for assistance.

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Salem International University Description:

Established in 1888, Salem International University is a four-year, private, for-profit university located on 100 acres in Salem, West Virginia. SIU is a small university of about 600 students with a student/faculty ratio of 22 to 1. The school offers associate, bachelor’s, and graduate degrees, including many online degree options, across a host of academic subjects. SIU is especially proud of its programs in Education, Information Technology, Business, and Criminal Justice. For fun on campus, SIU is home to plenty of student clubs and organizations, including many social and Greek clubs, a Book Club, a Drama Club, and a Thrill Seeker Club. SIU also hosts events like bingo nights, game shows, and standup comedy for its students. For intercollegiate athletics, the Salem International University Tigers compete at the NCAA Division II Division II Great Midwest Athletic Conference with sports that include men’s and women’s soccer, cross country, and water polo.

Enrollment (2016):

• Total Enrollment: 848 (649 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 46% Male / 54% Female
• 100% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

• Tuition and Fees: $14,600
• Room and Board: $7,480
• Other Expenses: $3,000
• Total Cost: $25,079

Salem International University Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 92%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 88%
  • Loans: 83%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $6,899
  • Loans: $7,319

Academic Programs:

• Most Popular Majors: Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Registered Nursing, Information Technology

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 46%
• Transfer-out Rate: 22%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 9%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 9%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

• Men's Sports: Baseball, Cross Country, Golf, Water Polo, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Track and Field
• Women's Sports: Bowling, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Volleyball, Tennis, Track and Field, Softball, Cross Country

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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Salem International University Mission Statement:

mission statement from http://www.salemu.edu/about#a

"The mission of the University is to prepare global citizens with broad knowledge, marketable professional skills, and the ability to make decisions with integrity and an international perspective."