Salem State University: what international applicants need

What are Salem State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Salem State University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on June 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Salem State University's acceptance rate?

95.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Salem State University admitted 7,625 of its 7,953 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Salem State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Salem State University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (June 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is May 1, 2027: scores on May 14, 2027, registration by April 16, 2027 (late registration April 20, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Salem State University's application fee for international students?

Salem State University's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Salem State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Salem State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Salem State University accept?

Salem State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Salem State University require?

Salem State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Salem State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Salem State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Salem State University have?

197 of Salem State University's 4,867 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Salem State University cost for international students?

Salem State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $19,531 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $12,338). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $16,838. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $39,353 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source