At Salve Regina University, you will experience a transformative, values-based education rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Our 80-acre oceanside campus in historic Newport, Rhode Island offers ample opportunities to achieve academic excellence and nurture your distinct talents.

Our students transform their passions into career paths and pursue academic programs that build an exciting future. With 40+ majors, dozens of minors and eight combined bachelor’s/master’s programs, there are abundant opportunities to chart your own path. Throughout your journey, expert faculty will inspire you to seek new experiences through career exploration, mentorship and experiential learning.

Our supportive campus community fosters positive relationships, fuels enthusiasm and inspires passionate pursuits. Every day, our students nourish their creativity through vibrant student organizations, thoughtful community service, study abroad opportunities and exciting Division III athletics.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

February 1

Acceptance Rate

75%

SAT Range

1020-1190

ACT Range

22-27

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$35,620 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$25,684 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

100%

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Academics

Professors

B minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

13:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

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Majors

Connect College to Career with the Salve Compass

A four-year experiential framework connecting college to career, the Salve Compass provides intentional and transformational programming that prepares students to lead successful and meaningful lives. With a focus on real-world, practical experiences, the Salve Compass empowers students to explore, define and pursue their academic and professional goals.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

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Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
73%
On Campus
24%
Online
3%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

2,084 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

17%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

98%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$53,500 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

76%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

95%

National

83%