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Salve Regina University

#6 in Best Colleges in Rhode Island
  • 4 Year
  • Newport, RI
  • 692 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B+
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      A+
    9. Dorms
      A-
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      B+
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Salve is an above-average private, Catholic university located in Newport, Rhode Island in the Providence Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 2,087 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Salve acceptance rate is 72%. Popular majors include Nursing, Psychology, and Business. Graduating 71% of students, Salve alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $44,400.
    About Salve Regina University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Commonwealth Coast Football
    Address
    100 Ochre Point Avenue
    Newport, RI 02840
    Website
    salve.edu

    Salve Regina University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    72%
    Application Deadline
    February 1
    SAT Range
    1020-1190
    ACT Range
    22-27
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $33,997/ 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
    $20,902/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    79%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.42 responses
    53%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.45 responses
    49%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.45 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      90 Graduates
    • Psychology
      41 Graduates
    • Business
      39 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
      39 Graduates
    • Biology
      38 Graduates
    • Marketing
      33 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      18 Graduates
    • Finance
      16 Graduates
    • Accounting
      14 Graduates
    • Special Education and Teaching
      13 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    2,087Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    93
    Undergrads Over 25
    1%
    Pell Grant
    21%
    Varsity Athletes
    24%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 27 responses
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    • Very friendly
      41%
    • Preppy
      26%
    • Most are friendly
      15%
    • Stuck up
      11%
    • Intelligent
      7%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    98%
    Poll
    97%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.39 responses
    Poll
    59%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.68 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 35 responses
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    • Gorgeous
      34%
    • Small
      26%
    • Charming
      11%
    • Community
      11%
    • Homey
      6%
    • Boring
      3%
    • Close-Knit
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $53,500/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    71%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%
    87%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.31 responses
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    Salve Regina University Reviews

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    Salve Regina University is an amazing school! I toured many colleges but no other school is like Salve Regina University. The campus is beautiful. The campus is right next to the ocean and it is surrounded by historic mansions. It is also a very safe campus. All the professors are so nice and welcoming. The professors are very eager to help their students become successful. The Salve community is very welcoming and their are many clubs and athletic teams to participate in. The school offers different dorm options. All the dorms are very nice. The food selection is awesome. The cafeteria has all different types of foods, drinks, and snacks.
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    The campus area is beautiful. It is just a few minute walk from the cliff-walk, where you can take a stroll and view the ocean and historic mansions. What makes Salve Regina different is that you may have classes in a historic mansion, or even live in a historic home. Classes are usually small, which makes it easy to connect to your professor and other students. Professors care about their students and the subjects that they are teaching. Because Salve is a university founded on Merciful values, you will learn in a way which opens you to have empathy. The only downfall of this university is that it has only one dining hall and the weather may be a bit rainy, cloudy or windy at times. However, the town of Newport is great because of its tasty restaurants and nice water scenery. For those who love the beach, small groups, and historic settings, this university may be right for you!
    I really like living at Salve! I’m a psychology major and a theatre minor and the theatre program is surprisingly wonderful, especially because I hadn’t heard much about it. The psychology professors are great and get to know the students very well. Campus is beautiful and I love my sophomore dorming. The only downside is the meal program food isn’t very good and there aren’t a ton of meal options, but there are a lot of great local restaurants and when you’re a sophomore there is a kitchen available.