Salve Regina University
About Salve Regina University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Salve Regina University is a private Catholic university in Newport, Rhode Island. It offers programs in nursing, criminal justice, business, and education, with a campus featuring historic Gilded Age mansions along the famous Cliff Walk.
Founded
1934
Location
Newport, Rhode Island
Students
2,777
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
68.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
76.9%
Near national average
Tuition
$50,100
Per year
Avg Net Price
$36,967
After financial aid
SAT Average
1232
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$72,975
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
68.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Salve Regina University accepts 68.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1232/ 1600
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
76.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
82.8%
4-Year Grad
71%
6-Year Grad
73%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
95%
$/Student
$10.9K
Class Size
Medium
71% of students graduate on time, and 95% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$50,100
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$18,550
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,630
After Financial Aid
$36,967
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$26,939
Receive Grants
15.1%
Take Loans
70.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $70,630/yr, including $18,550 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $36,967.
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 Salve Regina University fund their education.
While in School
15.1%
Get Grants
Free money
70.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$96,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $73K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Salve Regina University.
Gender
69.8%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,121
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
656
Graduates
18.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 18.6% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,121
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Salve Regina University fields 12 varsity teams with 583 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
NEWMAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
583
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
361
Men
222
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Salve Regina Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$72,975
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$42K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$43K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$37K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $54K at eight, and $73K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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