Salem State University (SSU) provides a high quality, student-centered education that prepares graduates to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society.

The university offers a wide range of bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as post-master’s certificates in more than 40 academic disciplines and has over 5,000 students. 

Established in 1854, it is the oldest and largest institute of higher education on the North Shore and is part of the state university system in Massachusetts.

Located just 15 miles north of Boston, SSU is one of the largest state universities in Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater Boston region.

SSU programs offer a diverse, student-focused curriculum that allows students to explore their passions while gaining real-world experience.