Salem Community College
About Salem Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Salem Community College teaches in Carneys Point, in the far southwest of New Jersey, and runs a scientific glassblowing program, the only one of its kind in the country. Nursing and allied health are its other largest.
Founded
1958
Location
Carneys Point, New Jersey
Students
910
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,360
Out-of-state: $10,260
Avg Net Price
$10,816
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,020
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
40.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 40.1% graduation rate is below average, but 66% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,360
In-State
$10,260
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,857
After Financial Aid
$10,816
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,845
Receive Grants
39.5%
Take Loans
12.1%
Tuition is $6,360/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,816.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Salem Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.5%
Get Grants
Free money
12.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,077
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Salem Community College.
Gender
69.9%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
910
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
33.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 49.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
910
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Salem Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 94 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
94
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
52
Men
42
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Salem Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,020
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
30 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
18 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
Precision Production, Other
$30K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $38K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.