Salem State College, Massachusetts

Salem State University, located just 15 miles north of Boston, is one of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater north-of-Boston region. Situated in the historic seacoast town of Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State provides a diverse community of learners a high quality, student-centered education; one that prepares them to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society.

Salem State’s over 150-year history reflects the growth of its mission and its vital role in the nation, the Commonwealth and the local community. From its beginnings as a small teaching college for women to the large, diverse and comprehensive academic institution it is today, the college has remained true to the values of its founders, and continually seeks a forward path, adapting to society’s changing needs while ensuring the intellectual and material well-being of the North Shore region of Massachusetts and beyond.

Salem State’s evolution into a respected, comprehensive institution of higher education owes its continued success to the vision of its faculty, students and staff, the partnerships between community and college and the accomplishments and loyalties of alumni worldwide. Serving some 10,000 students in graduate, undergraduate and continuing education programs, Salem State is the largest institution of higher education on Massachusetts’ North Shore. Over 150 years after its founding, Salem State continues to promote the tradition of excellence envisioned by its founders. As it nears university status, its impact in the Commonwealth and beyond is only expected to increase.

Salem Normal School alumnae took community partnership and service beyond Massachusetts’ borders. Charlotte Forten, the school’s first African-American student and graduate of the class of 1856,was the first African-American teacher to journey south during the Civil War to teach freed slaves on the Sea Islands of the coast of South Carolina. Later, fellow alumnae followed her south to teach in newly-constructed schools for blacks.

Mission
Salem State’s mission is to provide a high quality, student-centered education that prepares a diverse community of learners to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society, and serve as a resource to advance the region’s cultural, social and economic development.

Courses Offered

• Undergraduate Programs
• Graduate programs

Colleges & Schools

• School of Arts & Sciences
• Schools of Human Services
• Bertolon School of Business
• School of Nursing
• School of Education
• School of Social Work

Contact Details
Salem State University
352 Lafayette Street
Salem, MA 01970
978.542.6000
Official Website: http://www.salemstate.edu/