B
Good
Score: 63/100

Salisbury University

4-Year Public
📍 Salisbury, Maryland 21801
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
C
53/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

7,030
Total Enrollment
67%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
89%
Acceptance Rate
$17,931
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Salisbury University

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 148 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$293,662
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,529
1-Year Change
+3.0%
For parents & investors

The Salisbury University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $293,662
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,529/mo — vs ~$848/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21804 (5.0% cap, Salisbury)

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🏆 Where Salisbury University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
of 10 schools
#18
Public Health Education and Promotion
of 44 schools
#19
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
of 67 schools
#21
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
of 72 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,706 $18,400
Room $7,630
Board $5,786
Total Cost (On-Campus) $29,530 $40,224

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
$17,931
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,351
$30,001 - $48,000$12,779
$48,001 - $75,000$14,904
$75,001 - $110,000$20,344
$110,001+$23,689

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Social Work 259 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 137 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 112 grads/yr Psychology, General 110 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 93 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 86 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 86 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 67 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 62 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 59 grads/yr Finance, General 48 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 45 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 36 grads/yr Accounting 35 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 30 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 30 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 30 grads/yr Public Health Education and Promotion 29 grads/yr Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 28 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 27 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Salisbury University's top programs commonly pursue.

Social and community service managers
$78k/yr 219,800 jobs
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 17,100 jobs
Social workers, all other
$69k/yr 81,000 jobs
Healthcare social workers
$68k/yr 193,200 jobs
Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists
$65k/yr 92,300 jobs
Marriage and family therapists
$64k/yr 77,800 jobs
Mental health and substance abuse social workers
$60k/yr 136,800 jobs
Child, family, and school social workers
$59k/yr 399,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,030
Total Students
58%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 7%
Black 14%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 90%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 8%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~148 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 68%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Salisbury University?
Salisbury University has an acceptance rate of 89%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Salisbury University?
Tuition at Salisbury University is $7,706 for in-state students and $18,400 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,931.
What is the graduation rate at Salisbury University?
The graduation rate at Salisbury University is 67%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Salisbury University a good school?
Salisbury University has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Salisbury University?
Salisbury University has a total enrollment of 7,030 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Salisbury University?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at Salisbury University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 148 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology