At Salem University, located in West Virginia, we consider it the highest privilege to journey with our students along their learning and career paths. For 135 years, we have committed to making this journey and we continue to refine our education experience from all angles to benefit every individual learner in our community.
Vision
We are an inspiring and innovative university advancing healthcare and in-demand careers that promote lifelong learning, wellness and serving our communities to meet tomorrow’s needs.
Mission
Salem University prepares students to achieve their career goals through accessible education and relevant life skills within an inclusive and diverse environment.
Values
Each of our values is inspired by our core mission to prepare our learners to thrive in their learning and in life. We see education as more than a path to professional expertise—it’s a launchpad for those who go on to meaningfully impact not only their own lives, but their local and global communities through work about which they are passionate.
High-Quality
We provide the highest caliber of accredited academics at an affordable cost— rooted in the proven excellence of Salem University’s 135-year history.
Engaged
We actively seek out opportunities to strengthen our learning community—from a robust campus and online student culture to end-to-end support for each learner’s experience.
Accessible
Besides offering flexible, 100% online programs, we let you take just one class per month to give you greater access to your learning.
Personalized
Small class sizes and faculty that offer one-on-one mentoring help connect students to individualized learning and career goals.
Career-Focused
50+ program concentration areas reflect in-demand career fields, enhanced through curriculum aligned with industry realities.
Why Salem?
Each of our values is inspired by our core mission to prepare our learners to thrive in their learning and in life. We see education as more than a path to professional expertise—it’s a launchpad for those who go on to meaningfully impact not only their own lives, but their local and global communities through work they are passionate about.
We are committed to innovation and growth
Our innovative programs meet the needs of tomorrow’s workforce.
Our students are focused on career building and real returns on their educational investment.
Cultivating our community partnerships spurs innovation and economic development.
We are committed to making quality career education more accessible to students over the next 7 years.
Accreditation
Salem University is proud to be regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, as well as authorized by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and the Indiana Board for Proprietary Education. Additionally, many of our individual programs have achieved accreditation status and are aligned with these organizations’ best practices and principles.
Salem University has done so much for me throughout my time here. This
has been a place for that had stepped me out of my comfort zone.
Growing up locally, I never truly thought of going to Salem
University, but I am glad I did. As I have received a quality
education, but more importantly lifelong experiences and relationships
along the way. There is no way of paying back all the opportunities
that this school has given me!
Andrew Friend • Graduate
I had an amazing experience at Salem University! The faculty and staff
were supportive and available to help me with anything I needed. The
classes were engaging, and I felt challenged and pushed to do my best.
I also appreciated the diverse student body and the opportunity to
learn from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. I
recommend Salem University to anyone looking for a quality education
and a supportive community.
Yesenia Munoz •
Graduate
Ready to pursue your career-focused program at Salem University?
We’re excited to give you the tools you need to build the future you want.