Salisbury University

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	Suburb: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Medium
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	2,248
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	86%
Students retention rate	80%
On-time graduation rate	72%

Located in Salisbury, Maryland, Salisbury University is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 86% indicates that Salisbury University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Salisbury University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Salisbury University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Salisbury University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 80% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 72%, respectively.

Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

86.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,188

Cost of attendance at Salisbury University in 2022 for students from Maryland.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average	$9,814
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$20,458

Cost of attendance at Salisbury University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average	$22,808
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 86 of freshman students at Salisbury University received on average $6,437 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,437

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	263	22%	$4,804	$1,263,359
Other Federal Grant	644	53%	$3,052	$1,965,659
State Grant/Scholarships	273	22%	$4,620	$1,261,392
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	856	71%	$4,073	$3,486,491
Total Grant & Scholarships	1,043	86%	$6,437	$6,713,542

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Salisbury University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Salisbury University students is 72.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 76.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 65.7%.

72.2%

asian 69.4% 34 students
African American 63.1% 82 students
white 74.7% 654 students
unknown 70.0% 28 students
hawaiian 75.0% 3 students
hispanic 67.2% 39 students
International Students 66.7% 4 students
Mixed Race 50.0% 5 students

Sport Conferences

Football New Jersey Athletic Conference
Baseball Capital Athletic Conference
Basketball Capital Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Capital Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Salisbury University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Salisbury University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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