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Salisbury University

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world rank  1397

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Overview

Founded in 1925, the Salisbury University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Salisbury (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maryland. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Salisbury University (SU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Salisbury University (SU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 100-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Salisbury University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Salisbury University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Salisbury University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Salisbury University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SU
Founded 1925
Motto Live, Learn, Lead
Colours Maroon and gold
Mascot Sammy the Sea Gull
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University Location

Address 1101 Camden Avenue
Salisbury
21801-6862 Maryland
United States
Salisbury University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Salisbury University Phone Number (410) 543 6000
Salisbury University Fax Number (410) 546 6016
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Salisbury University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Salisbury University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Salisbury University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Salisbury University.



Salisbury University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Salisbury University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Salisbury University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Salisbury University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Salisbury University's Admission Office Admission Office

1200 Camden Avenue
Salisbury 21801-6862
(410) 543 6161
888 543 0148

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Salisbury University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Salisbury University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Salisbury University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Salisbury University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Salisbury University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Salisbury University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Salisbury University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Salisbury University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Salisbury University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Salisbury University's Library
Salisbury University's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 247,066 physical volumes, 19,926 physical media, 557,824 digital/electronic media and 180 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 41 full-time employees, including 15 librarians. Salisbury University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Salisbury University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Salisbury University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,248 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Salisbury University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Salisbury University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Salisbury University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Salisbury University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Salisbury University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Salisbury University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Salisbury University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Salisbury University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Salisbury University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1956


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Salisbury University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Salisbury University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University System of Maryland (USM)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)
  • American Association for Higher Education (AAHE)
  • American Council on Education (ACE)
  • American Educational Research Association (AERA)
  • College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB)
  • North Eastern Association of Graduate Schools (NAGS)
  • American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
  • Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Salisbury University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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