Research.com
Salem State University logo

Salem State University

#511 in US ranking Salem, MA
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

Represent this school?

Update this profile on Research.com

Salem State University award
Salem State University award

Cost

Cost / year
$26,037
Tuition & fees
$12,129
Avg. aid
$10,493
Receiving aid
98%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
96%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
50%
Median salary
$50,240
1 yr after graduation

What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at Salem State University?

Salem State maintains campus public-safety services, including round-the-clock security patrols and emergency telephone or alarm devices. Reported measures also include late-night transport or escort assistance and electronically controlled residence-hall entrances.

Students should learn how to receive university emergency notifications, report an urgent incident and request an escort before they need those services. Sexual misconduct can be reported through the university's designated processes, with support options distinct from a criminal report. For a more specific view of reported incidents and safety policies, the university's annual security report is the appropriate source; reported crime counts alone cannot describe every person's experience of safety.

Salem State University Security

  • 24h hotline
  • Trained security
  • Late night transportation
  • Electronically-operated dormitory entrances

How Safe Is Salem State University? - Crime Statistics

Total reported crimes

Salem State University Criminal Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Murder

0 0 0 0

Negligent manslaughter

0 0 0 0

Rape

4 8 9 ▲more than the year before1.44

Fondling

1 5 4 ▼fewer than the year before0.64

Incest

0 0 0 0

Statutory rape

0 0 0 0

Robbery

0 0 0 0

Aggravated assault

0 1 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Burglary

6 5 8 ▲more than the year before1.28

Motor vehicle theft

0 1 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Arson

0 0 0 0

Salem State University VAWA Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Domestic violence

1 6 6 0.96

Dating violence

0 4 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Stalking

1 2 3 ▲more than the year before0.48

Salem State University Criminal Arrests

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

2 0 2 ▲more than the year before0.32

Drug abuse

0 1 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Liquor law violation

1 2 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Salem State University Criminal Disciplinary

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

1 0 0 0

Drug abuse

20 2 20 ▲more than the year before3.21

Liquor law violation

16 30 48 ▲more than the year before7.70

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

Recently Published Articles