Salisbury University Admission
Application Fee
$50
Graduate Application Fee
$65
Acceptance Rate
89.00%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
19.00%
Freshmen Enrollment
1,382
SAT Scores
1,250
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 8,108 students have applied and 7,383 students have allowed to admit to Salisbury University (Acceptance rate: 91.06%). SU's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 18.72 % where 1,382 students have finally enrolled out of 7,383 admitted students.
SU acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maryland. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as University of Baltimore and Bowie State University, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 83.24%).
SU enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maryland. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 16.47%).
How to Apply to Salisbury University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply SU. SU offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | www.salisbury.edu/admissions |
|---|---|
| Online Application | www.salisbury.edu/admissions/apply/ |
| Financial Aid | www.salisbury.edu/admissions/finaid/welcome.html |
| Net Price Calculator | tcc.ruffalonl.com/Salisbury University/Freshman Students |
| Veterans Tuition | www.salisbury.edu/administration/academic-affairs/registrar/veterans/educationalbenefits.aspx |
| Athletic | suseagulls.com/sports/2022/7/12/athdept-eada.aspx |
| Disability Service | www.salisbury.edu/administration/student-affairs/disability-resource-center/index.aspx |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at SU and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Salisbury University is 1,250 and the average ACT score is 26. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Salisbury University is higher (competitive score) than the schools (average score is 1,106). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury University | 1,250 | 26 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,106 | 28 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maryland | 1,080 | 67 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Salisbury University, 217 students submitted SAT scores (16% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,250 and it is higher (competitive score) than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maryland. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 600 | 630 | 660 |
| Mathematics | 580 | 610 | 660 |
| Total | 1,180 | 1,240 | 1,320 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Salisbury University, 32 students submitted ACT scores (2% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 26 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Maryland. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 22 | 25 | 27 |
| English | 21 | 23 | 27 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 24 | 26 |
SU Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Salisbury University. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
6 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, Recommendations, Formal demonstration of competencies, Admission test scores, and Personal statement or essay.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Considered, if submitted |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Required |