| Salem State | vs. | The New England Conservatory of Music |
|---|---|---|
| Salem, Massachusetts | Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | School of art, music, and design |
In-State$11,978
Out-Of-State$18,961 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $58,550 |
| 74% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 91% |
| $8,626 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $21,601 |
| 95.57 % | Acceptance Rates | 42.75 % |
| 17.47 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 25.61 % |
| 1,090 | SAT Score | - |
| - | ACT Score | - |
| 55 % | Graduation Rate | 80 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 7 % |
| 75 % | Retention Rate | 93 % |
| 6,539 | Student Population | 796 |
| 293 | Number of Faculties | 124 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 5 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes) |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |